The Expanded Narrative
The port of Qana was one of the most important commercial ports of the ancient world, from which ships laden with frankincense, myrrh and incense sailed to Mediterranean, Indian and East African ports.
The gateway of the frankincense trade
The port of Qana was one of the most important commercial ports of the ancient world, from which ships laden with frankincense, myrrh and incense sailed to Mediterranean, Indian and East African ports. It is mentioned in Greek and Roman historical sources.
Archaeological remains
- Remains of quays and ship basins
- Warehouses for storing goods
- Residential and commercial structures
- Ancient inscriptions and writings
Economic role
The port was the link between frankincense producers inland and world markets, contributing to the prosperity of the Kingdom of Hadhramaut and the Yemeni kingdoms.
Among the most important ports of the ancient worldMentioned by the Greeks and RomansFrankincense and myrrh ships sailed from itA link between the interior and world markets
