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Oman's most famous landmark: its architecture, the great carpet and chandelier, visiting hours for non-Muslims, dress code and tips.
2026-10-19
The Gulf's first opera house: architecture, the season of opera, ballet and concerts, guided tours, dress code and the Opera Galleria.
2026-10-19
Frankincense, silver and spices in one of Arabia's oldest markets, a seafront promenade and a Portuguese fort: how to enjoy Muttrah.
2026-10-19
Built in the 17th century, Nizwa Fort is one of Oman's most visited monuments. History, what to see inside, tickets and tips.
2026-10-19
One of the largest forts in Arabia, inscribed by UNESCO in 1987: its history, the oasis town of Bahla, pottery and what to see.
2026-10-19
Built in the 1670s as a palace and seat of learning, Jabrin is famous for its painted ceilings and carved woodwork.
2026-10-19
Terraced villages, roses, pomegranates and cool air at 2,000 metres: how to visit Jebel Akhdar, the 4x4 rule, the best seasons and walks.
2026-10-19
At about 3,000 metres, Jebel Shams overlooks a spectacular canyon. How to get there, the Balcony Walk and where to stay.
2026-10-19
One of Oman's most picturesque villages, with stone houses built into the rock, palm terraces and a flowing falaj. How to visit respectfully.
2026-10-19
Oman's most famous wadi hike: the boat crossing, the walk, swimming through pools to the cave waterfall, and tips for a safe visit.
2026-10-19
Green palms, warm turquoise pools and a cave in the desert mountains: how to visit Wadi Bani Khalid and combine it with the Sharqiya Sands.
2026-10-19
Oman's most accessible desert: how to get to the Sharqiya Sands, choosing a camp, dune driving, camel rides and staying safe.
2026-10-19
One of the Indian Ocean's key nesting beaches for green turtles. How guided night and dawn visits work, the best season and rules.
2026-10-19
A natural sinkhole filled with turquoise water beside the coastal highway: what it is, swimming, facilities and tips.
2026-10-19
A protected archipelago off Barka with coral reefs, turtles and reef sharks: snorkelling and diving trips, rules and the best season.
2026-10-19
The ruins of a medieval port and a museum telling Oman's maritime and frankincense history, part of the UNESCO Land of Frankincense.
2026-10-19
Dhofar's most famous valley turns green in the monsoon, with waterfalls, a lake, boats and grazing camels. When to go and what to see.
2026-10-19
Dolphins, Telegraph Island and fishing villages reachable only by boat: what a day on a dhow in Khor Ash Sham is like.
2026-10-19
5,000-year-old beehive tombs and towers near Ibri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. What they are, how to visit and the best time for photos.
2026-10-19