Socotra: Top Photos

The most alien-looking place on Earth

Dust frequently flows over the Gulf of Aden, moving between the Arabian Peninsula and the Horn of Africa. At times, the wind-borne dust creates interesting patterns in the air, particularly when it in
Dust frequently flows over the Gulf of Aden, moving between the Arabian Peninsula and the Horn of Africa. At times, the wind-borne dust creates interesting patterns in the air, particularly when it… © MODIS Land Rapid Response Team, NASA GSFC, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Explore Socotra

Take Quiz

Think you know Socotra? Take our 10-question quiz and find out.

Read More

Discover the highlights of Socotra in our curated guide.