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Yemen 🇾🇪
Capital: Sana'a (de jure), Aden (temporary capital)
Population: Approximately 30 million
Official Language: Arabic
Currency: Yemeni rial (YER)
Area: 527,968 km²
Average Temperature: 25°C (77°F)
Export Products: Crude oil, coffee, dried and salted fish
Most Common Religion: Islam (Sunni and Shia)
Main Sports: Soccer
Main Attractions: Old City of Sana'a, Socotra Island, Shibam ("Manhattan of the Desert")
Natural Features: Mountains, deserts, coastal plains, unique biodiversity in Socotra
Whether you're a passionate traveler or simply looking to expand your geographical knowledge, Yemen—the country that starts with the letter Y—offers a wealth of experiences and discoveries. It represents a mix of cultures, climates, and landscapes that highlight the diversity of our world. Consider adding this fascinating destination to your future travel plans and immerse yourself in all it has to offer.
Identifying Yemen's red, white and black flag
Yemen is the entry under Y in this English collection. Its flag has three horizontal bands: red at the top, white in the middle and black at the bottom. The plain design has no central star, eagle or other emblem. Both the order of the colours and the absence of an emblem matter when comparing it with similar tricolours.
A partial photograph can hide a symbol or a stripe, so compare a full, flat flag image when possible. The Yemen article provides the available illustrations and further background. Historical and decorative images, where included, should be considered separately from the plain design used for recognition.
Using the flag in a comparison
Place the country name next to the image and preserve the original proportions. If you are making a chart of red, white and black flags, add a short note about stripe order and visible symbols instead of relying on colour names alone. For a small screen or slide, avoid effects that make the white stripe blend into its background or obscure the edges.