Ataq

Yemen
Ataq, Yemen
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Flat-lying desert town of low sand-coloured concrete buildings at high elevation, Ataq serves as the administrative capital of Yemen's Shabwah Governorate and is accessible via its own regional airport.

  • Population37,315
  • Nearest water7.3 km
  • Nearest mountain4.9 km