Due to the ongoing conflict and political instability in Yemen, it is not safe to travel to the country and the U.S Department of State and many other governments advise against all travel to Yemen. If you do decide to travel to Yemen despite the warnings, it is important to be aware of local customs and the security situation. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

• Respect local customs: Yemen has a rich cultural heritage and it is important to respect local customs and traditions, especially those related to dress, behavior, and religion.
• Dress modestly: It is important to dress modestly, especially for women. This means covering your arms and legs and avoiding revealing clothing.
• Respect religious sites: Yemen is home to many important religious sites, and it is important to show respect and follow any rules or guidelines when visiting them.
• Be aware of the security situation: Yemen has an ongoing conflict, and the security situation is unpredictable and can change rapidly. It is important to stay informed of the security situation and to follow the guidance of local authorities and experts.
• It is important to note that most embassies in Yemen have been closed and the ability to provide consular services is extremely limited and non-existent in some areas.
• Also, the humanitarian situation in Yemen is dire, with millions of people in need of assistance and limited access to basic services such as food, water, and medical care. Traveling to Yemen at this time would not only put oneself at risk but also stretch the limited resources of the locals.

Yemen has a rich cultural heritage and a number of festivals and celebrations throughout the year, However, due to the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in Yemen, many traditional festivals and celebrations have been disrupted, and it is not currently possible to experience them. Some festivals that were traditionally celebrated in Yemen include:

• Ashura: a Muslim festival that commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad. It's usually celebrated with street parades and special prayers.
• Eid al-Fitr: A holiday that marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset. The holiday is celebrated with feasts, gifts, and other traditions
• Eid al-Adha: A holiday that commemorates the willingness of the prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son. The holiday is marked with the sacrifice of an animal, such as a sheep or a cow, and the meat is distributed to the poor and shared with friends and family.
• Ziyarat al-Arba'in: A religious festival that marks the fortieth day after Ashura and it's a time for mourning and remembering the sacrifice of Imam Hussain and his family
• Millennium of Hegira: A festival that celebrates the Islamic calendar which starts with the year of Prophet Muhammad's migration to Medina.
• It is important to note that due to the ongoing conflict, many of the traditional festivals are not being celebrated currently and the situation may be different in the future, so it is best to check for updated information before planning any trip to Yemen.

Yemen has a long and rich history, with evidence of human habitation in the region dating back to prehistoric times. The region has been home to various ancient kingdoms and civilizations throughout history, such as the Sabaeans, the Minaeans, the Himyarites and the Rasulids.

• In the 7th century, Yemen became one of the first territories in the Arabian Peninsula to convert to Islam. From the 8th to the 16th century, Yemen was ruled by a series of powerful Islamic empires, such as the Abbasids and the Ottomans.
• In the late 19th century, Yemen came under the control of the Ottoman Empire and later, in 1918, North Yemen became an independent kingdom while south Yemen remained under British control until 1967 when it became the People's Democratic Republic of Yemen (PDRY). In 1990, North and South Yemen united to become the Republic of Yemen.
• However, since then, the country has been plagued by political turmoil, economic instability, and violence. In the last decade, Yemen has been hit by a civil war, a political crisis and a humanitarian disaster, which has caused widespread suffering, displacement of population and food insecurity. The war has also led to a breakdown in public services, including healthcare and sanitation. The conflict has made it difficult for the country to move forward and towards stability and prosperity.