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Shibam in Yemen is famous for its towering mud houses, densely planned within a roughly square perimeter. The town became a model for offices like OMA and Foster + Partners as they contemplated planning for the Gulf region. Recently extensively restored, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. More.
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