Taizz
IntroductionTaizz is the province with the highest number of inhabitants, and Taizz is one of the most prosperous cities in Yemen.
Getting thereThe bus from Sana'a costs 240 YR (5/98).
The bus to Aden costs 210 YR and takes 3 hours.
It's possible to rent a taxi to go to the surroundings. Half a day costed 20 US$ (5/98).
HotelsHotel Al-granad is situated in the former Russian embassy. They charge 2000 YR for a double, rooms are good and have private bathroom. However, staff is not really friendly, doesn't speak much English and there's a lot of noise.
The
Hotel Al-Ikhwa (next to Mareb Hotel) is a bit higher up in town. They charge 1500-2000 YR for a double depending on your haggling skills. Rooms have private showers and toilets and AC and ventilator. At the back they have a very nice terrace. However, their rooms need a refurbishing.
The
Hill-Top hotel charges 1500 YR for a double
and is OK.
the
Asia Hotel charges 1900 YR for a double and is recommended. Rooms have bathroom and toilet, breakfast not included (+300 YR) (4/98). Tel 222 948.
What to doThe market place and the suq are very lively. There are also 2 mosques worth visiting
Around Taizz
Suq al Dabab has a market on Sundays. the women are not veiled here, it's very colorful. You'll find camels, vegetables, fruit etc...
Have your camera and telelens.Jabbed Sabir is popular among travel agents. You'll get a kind of touristic meal which is too expensive, and the women will have their hands painted. If that's your idea of fun, do it. It's possible to walk down to Taizz from here.
Ibb is not so popular among tourists. It has the old part of town surrounded by the walls, worth the walk.
In Jibla, it's especially the old town which is worth a visit, but it's very dirty.
Going to "The South Coast"
