3000 Year old Site in Aden for Sale [Archives:1999/24/Front Page]

The old wall and gate of Aden are two of the important historical landmarks of the city. The site was referred to as the trade store for the eastern and western countries. The wall dates back hundreds of years, and used to protect the city against any external aggression. Unfortunately, it is now beginning to vanish and crumble away due to the destruction and devastating work being done near the wall and the gate. This may result in their falling apart. This alarming situation, as well as the break-ins at the Grand Mosque in Sana’a, is an indication that the history of the country will be destroyed. 
This irresponsible action is aimed at erasing our history and heritage. It has agitated the anger of the citizens of the city. “We feel so grateful for the British Colonization, which preserved the heritage in their time.” one of the city’s inhabitants noted. The General Heritage Authority expressed its protest as well. It has sent letters of complaint to people, hoping to stop the selling of the site to an investor, who intends to construct a six-story building, but to no avail. 
By- Radhwan Al-Saqqaf 

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