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The MANHATTAN of YEMEN (SHIBAM)

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The Oldest Skyscraper City | Shibam, Yemen

The Oldest Skyscraper City | Shibam, Yemen
The desert of Yemen, Wadi Hadramout is an ancient walled city Shibam, listed as World Heritage by UNESCO in 1982. It is called the Manhattan of the Desert because of its skyscrapers. Land surrounded by a mud wall, the city of the XVI century is one of the oldest examples of urban planning based on the principle of vertical construction. The ancient city of Shibam, built 400 years ago, was a thriving commercial center. Shibam several times, became the capital of the kingdom of Hadramaut. City famous for its incomparable with anything comparable architecture - all the houses are built in Shibam of adobe bricks. About 500 homes are called high-rises, as they have 5-11 floors, each floor was a single family dwelling. This type of structure were designed to protect residents from Bedouin raids. While Shibam has existed for about 2,500 years, most urban homes were built in the XVI century. Many of them repeatedly rebuilt in later centuries. In Shibam are the highest buildings in the world of clay, some of which rise to 30 meters or more.
These high-rise buildings is a product of the traditional family system. According to local tradition, the family, as the po-hundred, as a rule, does not divide built premises, and expands the up your living space thanks to the original roof. So, from generation to generation, gradually formed a high dwelling. Each of the 500 such houses in Shibam has from 5 to 8 floors, which are home to 7,000 people, that is, on average, every building is designed for more than 100 people. Ground floor is given to animals; the second floor is keep-lischem; third - accommodations. Usually on the third floor room host, fourth and fifth floors are rooms for women and children, on the sixth floor is a common room. In each room is not much space, first and second floors, mostly devoid of windows.
Building materials — In the city of Shibam all objects, including fences, houses, mosques and even schools are built of adobe bricks (they are made of clay, straw and water, dried in the sun for three days and ready for use in construction). Such dwellings may persist for centuries and are a marvel of architecture. This is explained by negligible rainfall in this region, at best, can be a bit pomorosit. Every year the residents of Shibam and paint the exterior walls are whitewashed, and this is sufficient to prevent water erosion. Shibam is built from environmentally friendly materials and blending in perfectly with the environment.
Shibam is 160 km long and 2 km wide, and is a dry valley. Here rainfall, torrential rains and floods are rare. However, in 1298 and in 1532 was twice destroyed Shibam floods. Today's buildings are constructed of Shibam, mainly 400 years ago.
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Shibam, Yemen - The Manhattan of the desert

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Shibam, the Manhattan of the Desert./Yemen

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Shibam, the world's first skyscraper city This city is often called the First Skyscraper City in the World and the Manhattan of the Desert. Founded some 1800 years ago the city was once the capital of the Hadramawt Kingdom in what is now eastern Yemen. However, most of the current city dates from the 1500s CE, its buildings having been restored and rebuilt numerous times in the proceeding centuries. Today approximately 7000 residents call the city home in an area of only 9 hectares or 1.2 km2. It is believed that the density of city and the towers are a defensive measure which, along with the Walls of Shibam, protected the city from Bedouin raids. All of the houses of Shibam are built of mud brick typical of the region. Some 500 towers exist within the walls which rise from 5 to 11 stories in height. These are some of the tallest mud buildings in the world, some 30m (100 feet) in height. To protect the buildings from rain and erosion fresh layers of mud must constantly be reapplied providing employment to the worlds oldest group of high-rise scaffold workers.
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Schibam / Shibam - Das Manhattan der Wüste - 2008 - JEMEN / Yemen

Schibam befindet sich im mittleren Wadi Hadramaut und hat über 13.000 Einwohner. Die Verwaltungseinheit Schibam weist eine Bevölkerung von 59.285 auf.Die alte Stadt umfasst eine Fläche von 250 Meter × 350 Meter und ist für ihre mehrstöckigen Wohnhäuser aus Lehmziegeln berühmt. Viele der Gebäude sind bis zu 25 Meter hoch und haben ein Alter von bis zu 500 Jahren. Die Stabilität der Häuser wird unter anderem durch eine konsequente Verringerung der Mauerstärken nach oben gesichert, sowie durch ein rigides Modulsystem von Wand- und Fensterachsen und einem System von Holzsäulen und Holzdecken, mit denen die Lehmwände miteinander verzahnt sind. Die Lehmoberflächen müssen regelmäßig erneuert werden. Die Dächer und sensible Bauteile sind durch Kalkputz geschützt, der nur etwa alle 25 Jahre erneuert werden muss.

Dieses Stadtensemble wurde 1982 von der UNESCO in das Weltkulturerbe aufgenommen. Am 2. Juli 2015 wurde es aufgrund der potenziellen Gefährdung durch den bewaffneten Konflikt auf die Rote Liste des gefährdeten Welterbes gesetzt.

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SHIBAM: WORLD'S FIRST SKYSKRAPERS

this is the magnificent old city of Shibam, Hadramout in Yemen, co-named Manhattan of the desert the world first skyscrapers classified by the UNSCO, a world heritage site and must seen when Visiting Yemen

Walled city of Shibam

The #WalledCityofShibam, located in #Yemen, is a #UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its ancient #architecture. Nicknamed the #Manhattan of the Desert, #Shibam is characterized by its towering mud-brick buildings, some dating back to the 16th century. The city's defensive wall and unique skyline exemplify its historic significance.

The oldest city of skyscrapers built in the Shibam Desert

New York, Dubai, Shanghai, Moscow... What do all these cities have in common? Of course - the world-famous skyscrapers! Skyscrapers that make you dizzy is a symbol of any modern city! However, few people know that the first high-rise buildings did not appear in America and not in Europe, and in the middle of the desert - in Asia! Shibam in the Republic of Yemen is now commonly referred to as the oldest city of skyscrapers in the world or Desert Manhattan!

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!!!A city that can be washed away at any time!!!Manhattan of the desert

The business card of Yemen, the oldest city of skyscrapers, the fortress city - all this is a unique Shibam, the city of which will be discussed in today's video.
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Shibam-Hadramout-YEMEN- the new york in the desert.


Jul 2008. región de Hadramout en Yemen. Pueblo de Shibam. Espectacular. rascacielos de más de 8 pisos hechos de adobe ( barro, piedras y paja).
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Yemen - Shibam

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En este corto video, te contamos acerca de una desconocida ciudad llamada Shibam, ubicadada en Yemen en la localidad de Hadramaut, en un costado del desierto Rub Al-Jalí. Alli se levantan imponentes los edificios (rascacielos) elaborados en adobe en el siglo XVI, por este hecho fue apodada como la Manhattan del desierto por la exploradota Freya Stark. Actualmente se encuentra amenazada no solo por las inclemencias del tiempo, sino por la guerra civil yemení, y ha sido declarado como patrimonio en peligro por la UNESCO.

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????Shibam, often referred to as Shibam Hadhramaut or Shibam Yemen, is a remarkable and historic destination that lies in the heart of Yemen, a country known for its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Shibam is often called the Manhattan of the Desert due to its distinctive skyline of towering mud-brick buildings, which have earned it a UNESCO World Heritage status. Here's a short tourism introduction to this unique destination:

Nestled in the Hadhramaut Valley of Yemen, Shibam is a picturesque town that seems to have emerged from the sands of time. Its most striking feature is its vertical architecture, characterized by densely packed, multi-story mud-brick buildings that reach up to eight stories high. These iconic structures, known as skyscrapers of the desert, have been intricately constructed and have stood for centuries, showcasing the architectural ingenuity of the past.

Shibam is a living testament to the region's ancient history, dating back over 1,500 years. Visitors to Shibam can explore its winding narrow streets, bustling markets, and intricate alleyways, all while immersing themselves in the local culture and history. The town's defensive walls and gateways, like the Bab al-Bayt, further illustrate the significance of this historic trading hub.

The region surrounding Shibam offers captivating landscapes, including the dramatic cliffs and wadis of the Hadhramaut Valley, adding a touch of natural beauty to the experience. Travelers can also discover the local cuisine, renowned for its aromatic spices and delicious traditional dishes.

However, it's important to note that due to the geopolitical situation in Yemen, travel to Shibam and the country as a whole may not be recommended or safe at certain times. Always check the latest travel advisories and consider the current security situation before planning your trip to this unique and historically significant destination.

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Shibam

Hope Beverstein crosses the desert with a Bedouin escort in Yemen. Join her as she explores a bombed out village, visits Yemen's most celebrated Arabic Islamic city, and negotiates in the market place.

Yemen. Shibam

Dai viaggi di OmarMagazine: Yemen; Shibam, la città dei grattacieli di fango.
From travels of OmarMagazine: Yemen; Shibam, the town with the mud skyscrapers
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Shibam Hadramout, Yemen, marzo 2005

Shibam Hadramout, Yemen , marzo 2005
Patrimonio de la humanidad dese el año 1982

Cámara: Abdullah Nasser Bagnaf

Shibam - Iémen

Shibam, localiza-se em Hadramaut, Iémen. Foi declarada Património Mundial da Humanidade pela Unesco em 1982.

Shibam foi durante muito tempo a capital do Reino de Hadramaut, Iémen. A maior parte das construções são torres e edifícios elevados datados do século XVI, criando uma muralha, que serve de protecção contra ataques de tribos nómadas como os beduínos. Essas construções elevadas deram a Shibam, a mais antiga cidade de arranha céus do mundo, o título de Manhattan do deserto, o mais antigo exemplo de planeamento urbano baseado no princípio da construção vertical

Шибам

Шибам - старейший город небоскрёбов (в ролике звучит Йеменская музыка).

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