Yemen is a presidential republic with a bicameral legislature. Under the constitution, an elected President, an elected 301-seat Assembly of Representatives, and an appointed 111-member Shura Council share power. The President is the head of state, and the Prime Minister is the head of government.
The Tihamah is a nearly 419-kilometre (260 mi) long, semidesert coastal plain that runs along the Red Sea and is part of the Arabian Peninsula coastal fog desert ecoregion.
Yemen’s rich culture and fascinating history and heritage make it one of the Middle East’s best destinations from a sightseeing perspective. An eclectic mix of pre and post-Islamic architecture provide a plethora of photo opportunities, while the beauty of stunning natural landscapes is best appreciated with attentiveness.