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Kurban Destination Guide
Delve into Kurban in Yemen
Kurban in the region of Muḩāfaz̧at Dhamār is a city in Yemen - some 66 mi or ( 106 km ) South of Sanaa , the country's capital .
Current time in Kurban is now 06:18 PM (Thursday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Aden " with a UTC offset of 3 hours. Depending on your travel modalities, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Yarim, Waraqah, Ta'izz, Sumarah, and Sayyan. While being here, make sure to check out Yarim . We encountered some video on the web . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Kurban ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Homem Livre - Yemen - Road
Around the World by Cycling. 08.08.08 - 11.11.11. www.homemlivre.com ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Dhamar, Yemen
Dhamar is a city in southwestern Yemen. It is located at {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:14|33|0|N|44|24|6|E| |primary |name= }}, at an elevation of around 2400 metres.
Located at 14.55 44.40 (Lat./Long.); Less than 17 km away
Harras of Dhamar
Harras of Dhamar is a volcanic field in Yemen.
Located at 14.55 44.40 (Lat./Long.); Less than 17 km away
Thamar University
Thamar University (also called Dhamar University) is a modern public university located in the city of Thamar, Yemen. Situated at {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:14|34|46|N|44|22|44|E| |primary |name= }}, it is the biggest university in the country. The University of Thamar was inaugurated on 17 June 1996, in order to meet the need for manpower development in the Thamar Governorate and the surrounding region.
Located at 14.58 44.38 (Lat./Long.); Less than 19 km away
Maghirib Ans District
Maghirib Ans District is a district of the Dhamar Governorate, Yemen. As of 2003, the district had a population of 53,261 inhabitants.
Located at 14.58 44.25 (Lat./Long.); Less than 22 km away
Battle of Zafar
The Battle of Zafar took place in 633 between Khalid ibn al-Walid and a tribal mistress called Salma. Khalid defeated her and she died on the battlefield. The battle was part of the Ridda Wars. This apostate leader was riding on a camel surrounded by her loyal guardied Khalid ibn al-Walid approached to her with a group of mujaheddin and slaughter her with her bodyguards. Several hundred apostate died in this battle.
Located at 14.21 44.40 (Lat./Long.); Less than 23 km away
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