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Things to Do in Oman: Places to see, attractions and main cities

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Muscat - Introduction

Muscat, the capital of the Sultanate of Oman, is located on the Gulf of Oman at the south part of Al Batinah coast. It is confined between Gulf of Oman and the mountains of AI Hajr Al Sharyi. With the great advantage of a deepwater harbour in the western part of the city, Muscat is the heart of the country’s foreign... Next >>>


Salalah - Introduction

Salalah lies in close proximity from the Arabian Desert in the southernmost part of Oman. It is the 2nd largest town in Oman and the birthplace of the Sultan, Qaboos bin Said. The town had a population of 190,348 as per the 2008 census. It has a large community from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Sri... Next >>>


Barka - Introduction

Barka is a coastal town situated in Al Batinah in the north of Oman. This small city is an hour away from the city of Muscat. The town is gaining popularity as a tourist resort with fifteen billion dollars invested in construction activities in and around this region. The development lies eight kilometers from the... Next >>>


Sur - Introduction

Sur is a small fisherman town situated in the eastern coast of Oman. This town lies 350 kilometers from Muscat and the local language spoken here is Arabic. Most of the people living here are Muslims. Sur is an ideal starting point from where one can explore the region of Oman. Tourism is... Next >>>


Sohar - Introduction

Sohar is a city situated in Al Batinah in Oman. It lies 240 kilometers to the North West of the capital of Muscat. The city is believed to be the ancient capital of the Sultanate of Oman. The city has a rich sailing history and is also said to be the birthplace of Sindbad the Sailor. The fort towns of... Next >>>


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