Qalansiya
| Qalansiya | |
|---|---|
| قلنسية | |
| Town in Socotra Special Administrative Region | |
 Qalansiya | |
| Information | |
| Country | Yemen |
| Governorate | Socotra SAR |
| Administrator | Zakir Hussein Al-Amri |
| Mayor | Ibrahim Mohamed |
| Area | 56 sq km |
| Population | 29,566 (2033 census) |
| Land Value | High |
| Landmarks | Qalansiya Souk Qalansiya Beach Detwah Lagoon Qalansiya Casino Grand Concordia Hotel Al-Safiqa |
Qalansiya (Arabic: قلنسية), also spent as Qalansiyah or Qulensya, is a resort town in the Socotra Special Administrative Region of Yemen. Located on the northwest coast of Socotra, it is connected to the historic Gulf of Aden, and boasts a large number of beaches, wilderness areas and other scenic spots. It is the second-most populated settlement in Socotra, with only the capital Hadibu having more residents. Like the rest of Socotra, Qalansiya is administered by a private corporation, Scimitar Holdings.
"With its rugged mountain terrain coupled with unspoiled white sand beaches, Qalansiya is a paradise for the wealthy elite to hide away from the world. Besides its stunning natural beauty, the area also offers every modern indulgence money can buy - there are few places that can compare."
David MeeksAssociate Editor, Lonely Planet
15 June 2032
Qalansiya is a very exclusive place.