Al Buhayrah, Yemen

Al Buhayrah is a quiet settlement in the Hadhramaut valley, famous for its extensive date palm plantations that produce some of the region's finest dates. Visitors can walk among the towering palms, especially during harvest season when the air is sweet with ripe fruit. The village also features classic Hadhrami mud-brick houses, many with decorative gypsum plasterwork. A visit offers insight into the date cultivation that has sustained this community for generations, with opportunities to taste fresh dates directly from the farm.

Don't miss

• Tour the date farms and learn about traditional harvesting and processing methods.
• Sample fresh dates, particularly the prized 'Sukkari' and 'Mabroom' varieties.
• See the intricate gypsum plasterwork on the facades of historic mud-brick homes.

Tickets & tours

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