Tag: Tourisms
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Nizwa Fort
one of the most popular tourist attractions in Oman due to the fact that it is an amazing example of old Omani architecture that provides an illustration of the way Omani people used to live in ancient times Nizwa Fort was built during the reign of Imam Sultan bin Saif bin Malik Al Yarubi (1649-1679…
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Al Hoota Cave
Estimated to be more than 2 million years old, Al Hoota Cave lies at the foot of Oman’s spectacular Grand Canyon, Jebel Shamsin. Developed as the only underground attraction of its kind in the Arabian Peninsula, Al Hoota responsibly manages to showcase and share Oman’s natural wonders with the public. Decorated with stalactites and stalagmites,…
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Qurum Beach
The beach is located in the heart of Muscat in the Al Qurum area and is spread over a large area. Shallow water and relatively long tides make it a family-friendly destination. Several large hotel chains such as Hotel Muscat Intercontinental and Crowne Plaza have been built near it. This beach is considered one of…
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Wadi Darbat
Wadi Darbat is the most beautiful and spectacular place in Salalah city and the perfect place for mountain and nature lovers. The place is fully packed with tourists especially in the autumn season. Darbat Lake situated at the heart of Wadi Darbat is a marvellous picnic spot. It is a perfect place for visitors to…
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Jebel Shams
Jebel Shams is the Grand Canyon of Oman and one of the most incredible sights in the country. Many places claim to have a grand canyon and not all live up to the hype. The moment you lay eyes on it, you will see that it lives up to its name. It is absolutely spectacular…
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Mutrah Fort
It is a historic fort in Wilayat Mutra, Muscat. Rising from the rock on which it is built, Muttra Fort cuts a majestic figure towering over the harbour. At the top of the fort you are rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding harbor and the Gulf of Oman. This would have made Muttra an…
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Bait Al Zubair
Bait Al Zubair is a cultural foundation, originally a private museum opened to the public in 1998. This much-loved privately owned museum showcases Omani heritage in thematic displays of traditional handicrafts, furniture, stamps, coins, and some old models representing Omani rural and urban environments The Bait Al Zubair Museum is located in the old city…
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Bimmah sinkhole
Bimmah Sinkhole is one of the most beautiful natural swimming holes you will ever see. Bimmah Sinkhole is located in the Dabab area of Wilayat Qurayyat on the north east coast of Muscat Governorate in the Sultanate of Oman. It is 1.5 hours from Muscat and 55 minutes from Sur town. This sinkhole is very…
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Jabal Akhdar
Al Jabal Al Akhdar is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Oman. Jebel Akhdar is a mountain range located in Oman. At 2,980 meters high, it is known for the vast plateau adjacent to the peak, Jabal Akhdar (Jabal Al Akhdar means ‘Green Mountain’ in Arabic). The journey from Muscat to Al Jabal…
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Mutrah Souq
Mutrah Souq is one of the oldest markets in the Arab world.Mutrah Souk or Al Alam Souk has been named after darkness because the crowded stalls and lanes do not allow the sun rays to infiltrate through during the day and the shoppers need lamplights to see where they were going.Among the local Omanis, this…