TAQAH

Taqah was once a prosperous port and an imporant trading centre in the ancient world for the export of frankincense. It also contains remains of stone sculptures and carvings, pre-islamic tombs and a citadel, thought to be part of the ancient City of Taqah. Taqah's distinctive fort is found in the heart of the town, whilst the historic castle of Al-Manjwi neighbours Sumahram, an ancient city which is thought to date back to 3000 BC