ASMARA is a city located in the African country of Eritrea. It is the capital and largest city in the country, with a population of around 661, 000 people. The city is also known as Asmera or Asmarah. It is located in the central highlands of Eritrea, near the Red Sea. Sanaa is the capital and largest city of Yemen, located in the western part of the country. It has a population of around 2.9 million people. Both cities are important cultural and economic hubs in their respective countries.