Shabwah, Yemen · Asia
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Ataq is a town located in Shabwah, Yemen. With a population of 37,315, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Ataq sits in Yemen. It's in the Asia/Aden time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Ataq to your route.
Ataq (Arabic: عتق), alternately spelled Attaq, is a small city and the capital of Shabwah Governorate in Yemen. Ataq is 458 km south east of Sanaa. The difference in elevation of the city is about 70 m with generally partially flat topography with altitudinal variation in the range of 1120–1190 m.a.s.l. Its populationRead more
was around 37,315 according to a 2004 census. On May 24, 1994, Ataq was seized by northern Yemeni forces. According to the Geo Names Database, Ataq is located at an altitude of 1146 metres. It is served by Ataq Airport; the landing strip is located to the north of the town. Armed forces loyal to exiled president Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi captured Ataq from the Southern Transitional Council in August 2019.
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Ataq is located in Shabwah, Yemen, Asia. The coordinates are 14.5377 latitude, 46.8319 longitude.
Ataq has a population of approximately 37,315 people, making it a town in Yemen.
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