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Sohar was Oman's ancient trading capital and is now its biggest industrial hub. A guide to the city, the port and free zone, living there and getting to Muscat.
2026-10-19
Former capital of the Ya'rubi imams, Rustaq is a fort town at the foot of the mountains. A guide to its castle, hot spring, wadis and nearby Nakhal.
2026-10-19
Fish market, bull-butting, Al Sawadi islands and fast-growing suburbs: a guide to Barka, 40 minutes from Muscat Airport.
2026-10-19
From the old town by the fort to new districts near the port and the expressway: how Sohar's areas compare for families and professionals.
2026-10-19
What to know about Sohar Airport: its role, current flights and the best ways to reach Sohar from Muscat and the UAE.
2026-10-19
The main government hospital for North Al Batinah: services, referrals and private alternatives in Sohar.
2026-10-19
The 270 km motorway from Halban to Khatmat Malaha: route, design, travel times to Sohar and the UAE.
2026-10-19