Zabid, the capital of Yemen from the 13th to 15th centuries, was known for the University of Zabid, a center of Islamic learning. As one of the oldest cities in Yemen, it is an interesting archaeological site with many historic buildings still intact. However, Zabid has been placed on the list of world heritage sites in danger because of the lack of effort the government puts into the site’s conservation. Many of the spaces are filled with newer concrete buildings while the souks are suffering the effects of age.
