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The Port of Aden: Yemen's Ancient Trade Hub Connecting Three Continents
This episode explores the ancient port of Aden in Yemen, a pivotal hub in Indian Ocean trade for over two millennia. We trace its rise from a Roman-era emporium to a key node in the spice and incense routes, linking the Mediterranean, East Africa, and India. Learn about the Himyarite kingdom's control of the frankincense trade, the port's role in the Roman-Indian spice commerce, and its transformation under Islamic rule. We also discuss the legendary 'Aden's tanks' — ancient cisterns that sustained the city — and the port's decline after the Portuguese…
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