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Hiswa Power Station

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

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The Hiswa Power Station is located in the port city of Aden and serves as one of Yemen's primary thermal power generation facilities. Originally constructed with Soviet assistance in the 1980s, the plant was designed to power the growing urban and industrial sectors of Aden. The facility utilizes oil-fired steam turbines and has a total installed capacity of over 160 megawatts, although actual output often falls below this due to aging infrastructure and maintenance issues. Hiswa plays a critical role in the stability of Aden's electrical grid, particularly during the extreme heat of summer months when cooling demands peak. In recent years, several international rehabilitation projects have focused on repairing turbines and improving efficiency to mitigate frequent blackouts. The station also incorporates desalination units that provide a significant portion of the city's potable water supply. Ensuring a consistent fuel supply remains a constant challenge for the plant's operational reliability.

Location: Yemen
Nearby: Al Burayqah (7 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	24	25	27	29	31	33	33	32	31	29	27	25
Rain mm	3	2	3	12	12	19	15	20	23	11	5	7

📋 Practical info

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What is this place?

This critical thermal power generation facility serves as an essential pillar of infrastructure, striving to provide much-needed electrical energy to the surrounding urban areas and support local economic survival.

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Visiting

Due to strict security protocols and the delicate nature of national infrastructure in the region, tourist access inside the compound is strictly prohibited, with observations limited to purely external views.

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Where to view it

The large chimneys and surrounding industrial structures can generally be spotted from various elevated districts within the neighboring coastal city, especially where the road network overlooks the industrial zone.

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Local products

Although no direct commercial products are sold at the station, the electricity it generates powers the numerous small traditional markets and vital local workshops scattered throughout the nearby communities.

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Active season

The station is designed to be operational continuously, though the surrounding area tends to be most accessible and active for general observation during the slightly cooler morning hours of the winter season.

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Nearby

Travelers generally view the station's perimeter while traversing the coastal routes, typically continuing their journey towards the historic port areas and ancient trading districts of Aden.