National Library of Yemen, Sanaa

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The National Library of Yemen is the national library of Yemen, located in central Sana'a. It is located near the Al-Tahrir Square and the Yemen Military Museum. It has an extensive collection of books in French and in English about Yemen. ()

Local name: المكتبة الوطنية اليمنية Coordinates: 15°21'3"N, 44°12'9"E

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National Library of Yemen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Great Mosque of Sanaa, Yemen Military Museum, Ghumdan Palace, Al-Bakiriyya Mosque.

0.8 miE
Mosque
Great Mosque of Sanaa, Sanaa
22 min walk • The Great Mosque of Sanaa, nestled within the heart of Yemen's capital city, stands as a testament to the city's ancient religious and architectural heritage. This mosque, one of the oldest and largest in the world, is believed to have been constructed during the...
~1140 ftNE
Museum
Yemen Military Museum, Sanaa
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Sanaa, Yemen, the Yemen Military Museum stands as a testament to the country's rich and often tumultuous military history. This museum is a treasure trove for those interested in exploring the historical military artifacts...
0.8 miE
Palace
Ghumdan Palace, Sanaa
21 min walk • Ghumdan Palace, nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Sanaa, Yemen, stands as a testament to the rich history and architectural prowess of early Islamic civilization. This storied edifice, which dates back to the pre-Islamic period, is believed to have been the...
0.8 miE
Mosque
Al-Bakiriyya Mosque, Sanaa
22 min walk • Nestled within the ancient city of Sanaa, Yemen, the Al-Bakiriyya Mosque stands as a testament to the rich Islamic heritage and architectural ingenuity of the region. This historic mosque, a cornerstone of spiritual life in the city, exemplifies the traditional Yemeni...
0.8 miE
Mosque
Al-Mahdi Mosque, Sanaa
22 min walk • Nestled within the historic city of Sanaa, Yemen, the Al-Mahdi Mosque stands as a testament to the rich Islamic architectural heritage of the region. This religious site, although not as globally renowned as some of its counterparts, holds significant cultural...
0.9 miE
Arch
Yemen Gate, Sanaa
23 min walk • Yemen Gate, known as Bab al-Yemen, stands as an iconic historical landmark in the heart of Sanaa, Yemen's capital. This ancient gate, with its distinctive arch, is more than just an entrance to the old city; it is a symbol of the city's rich heritage and a testament...
~1420 ftSW
Museum
House of Folklore, Sanaa
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Sanaa, Yemen, the House of Folklore stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of this storied land. This museum, a treasure trove of Yemeni tradition and history, invites visitors to step back in time and explore...
~1370 ftNW
Mosque
Hanthel Mosque, Sanaa
7 min walk • The Hanthel Mosque is a mosque in Sana'a, Yemen. It lies to the west of Al-Tahrir Square, near the offices of the Ministry of Civil Services and north of the Egyptian Embassy.
0.8 miSE
Mosque
Albolaily Mosque, Sanaa
21 min walk • The Albolaily Mosque is a mosque in Sana'a, Yemen. It lies to the southwest of the Al Shohada Mosque, near Sana'a Fish Market.
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Mosque
Al Shohada Mosque, Sanaa
23 min walk • The Al Shohada Mosque is a mosque in Sana'a, Yemen. It lies to the south of the ancient Great Mosque of Sana'a and Ghumdan Palace. between the Yemeni military defense complex and Ashohada Cemetery.
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Mosque
Alansar Mosque, Sanaa
23 min walk • Alansar Mosque is a mosque in Sana'a, Yemen. It lies to the southwest of Albolaily Mosque, and Sana'a Fish Market.

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Which popular attractions are close to National Library of Yemen?

Nearby attractions include Yemen Military Museum, Sanaa (6 min walk), Hanthel Mosque, Sanaa (7 min walk), House of Folklore, Sanaa (7 min walk), Ghumdan Palace, Sanaa (21 min walk).

How to get to National Library of Yemen by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Library of Yemen:

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Aljama'ah bus station (13 min walk)
Altahreir bus station (13 min walk)