History of Ma'rib

In 25 B.C., Aelius Gallus led "an expedition to Ma'rib (Yemen)."

The site of ancient Ma'rib was largely abandoned during the 20th century. Although a small village remains, the multi-story mud-brick buildings of the historic city are largely in ruins. The modern city of Ma'rib is located about 3.5 kilometers north of the center of the ancient city