Dar al-Hajar
دار الحجر
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Yemen's "Stone Palace" looks like it was carved right out of the tall stone column on which it is built.

📜 Former royal palace in Wadi Dhar, now a museum.
🔍 Built in 1920 as a summer retreat atop a 1786 structure.

Why Go

🏰 Fantastical palace built atop a natural rock spire
🏛️ Iconic example of Yemeni architecture
🚶 Explore kitchens, storage, and appointment rooms across five stories
📸 Unique exterior view, looks like a monumental work from a fantasy novel

Tips

🚗 Located about 15 km from Sana'a
🗺️ Head northwest on route 313, continue straight past the Thula turn

Cost

💰 Can be toured for a fee.

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