BBC - MYTHS AND HEROES: THE QUEEN OF SHEBA: Shibam, Wadi Hadramawt, Yemen

Yemeni hospitality! It never ceases to amaze me that in spite of peoples' perceptions of the aggressive foreign policies of our governments, we are still universally greeted with courtesy and genuine hospitality. To my mind, this is a true measure of civilization. This man invited us up to see the city from the roof of his house.Nikon F5, 17-35mm, Fuji Velvia 100
Shibam, Wadi Hadramawt, Yemen

Yemeni hospitality!  

It never ceases to amaze me that in spite of peoples' perceptions of the aggressive foreign policies of our governments, we are still universally greeted with courtesy and genuine hospitality. To my mind, this is a true measure of civilization. This man invited us up to see the city from the roof of his house. 

Nikon F5, 17-35mm, Fuji Velvia 100