Reasons to travel to Oman
When people announce that they are going on a vacation, Oman doesn’t often come to mind, and that’s because the country has hidden gems that most people don’t know about.
Besides nature, Oman has another kind of breathtaking beauty: man-made Omani architecture. The country’s history witnessed a lot of interactions between different nations around the world and the rise of different civilizations. That rich history is visible in the forts, villages and ancient homes in every region around the country. Visitors can also see the Omani story through the well-presented museums across the nation. Whether a visitor is looking for natural beauty or rich history, Oman offers everything, making their visit unforgettable.
· 05 locations/sites on UNESCO World Heritage List: –
– Bahla Fort – The oasis of Bahla owes its prosperity to the Banu Nebhan, the dominant tribe in the area from the 12th to the end of the 15th century.
– Archaeological Sites of Bat, Al-Khutm and Al-Ayn – The protohistoric site of Bat lies near a palm grove in the interior of the Sultanate of Oman. Together with the neighbouring sites, it forms the most complete collection of settlements and necropolises from the 3rd millennium B.C. in the world.
– Land of Frankincense – The frankincense trees of Wadi Dawkah and the remains of the caravan oasis of Shisr/Wubar and the affiliated ports of Khor Rori and Al-Baleed vividly illustrate the trade in frankincense that flourished in this region for many centuries, as one of the most important trading activities of the ancient and medieval world
– Aflaj / Irrigation Systems of Oman – The property includes five aflaj irrigation systems and is representative of some 3,000 such systems still in use in Oman.
– Ancient City of Qalhat – The Ancient City bears unique archaeological testimony to the trade links between the east coast of Arabia, East Africa, India, China and South-East Asia.
· A Blend of Tradition and Modernity
· Al Bustan Palace Hotel – Muscat
· Breathtaking Landscapes – The mountains in Oman are stunning.
· Oman’s Empty Quarter
· Delicious Cuisine
· Desert Camping in Oman
· Magnificent Off-Road Driving Adventures – Oman offers some amazing off-road driving.
· Many beautiful white sand beaches.
· Nizwa
· Oman is all about natural beauty.
· Oman’s traditional costumes
· Omanis are one of the kindest people on Earth.
· Omanis’ generosity and hospitality, their hospitality and warmth are renowned
· Oman’s majestic heritage and culture – Many well-preserved historic forts and castles.
· One of the cleanest countries in the world.
· Outdoor Adventures
· Rich Cultural Heritage
· Rich Islamic Architecture
· Safety and Tranquility – The perfect place for peace and relaxation.
· Salalah Khareef Festival – Khareef, which means monsoon in English, is a very well-known season that hits the southern part of Oman starting in late June of every year until the following September. During this season, Salalah, in particular, becomes very green and rainy, turning the dry desert-filled city into a natural paradise.
· The Oman desert is impressive.
· The roads in Oman are well-maintained and very quiet.
· The unique and authentic Omani food
· There are virtually no tourists in Oman.
· To be surrounded by the marvellous smell of frankincense
· Traditional Festivals
· Traditional Souqs – A walk around local souks
· Traditional weddings and celebrations
· Unique Diverse Range of Wildlife, its Rich Marine Life is amazing
· Untapped Tourist Destination
· Wild camping is legal in Oman.
· You can find wonderfully secluded wadi pools.
