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First stop on your Muscat
City Tour is a visit to the Grand Mosque, the largest mosque in
Oman. From here you will be taken on a scenic tour taking in the Ministries,
Embassies, Qurum Park Beach and on to Muttrah Corniche,
with a stop at the recently opened Bait Al Baranda museum. We then
continue onto the Fish Souk and Al Dhalam Souk, Oman’s largest
indoor market. At the Souk, built in traditional style, you will find exquisite
silver jewellery, frankincense, intricately hand-made
Khanjars (daggers) and other handicrafts. Your guide will
also show you the local Omani sweet Halwa from one of the shops within.
The tour continues
east along the Corniche to Muttrah (Old Muscat). Here you will visit
the charming Bait al Zubair, a private museum housing traditional
Omani items reflecting the country’s rich heritage. Nearby is His
Majesty Sultan Qaboos’s Al Alam Royal Palace protected in the bay by
the famous twin forts of Jalali and Mirani, rebuilt by the Portuguese
around 1558.
Passing through the
fishing villages of Sidab and Haramel you are taken along the
scenic coastal route towards the Shangri La Resort & Spa for coffee
(optional). Finally we take you where only 4WDs drive can go, up to the
amazing Muscat Heights with a stunning view over all of Ruwi and Muscat, a
sight not to be missed.
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Souvenirs of Oman
Your shopping tour includes a mixture
of old and new Muscat. All the malls are fully air-conditioned, brightly
lit and clean, have their own mix of shops, cafes, food courts and play
areas for children.
Visit the famous Al Dhalam Souk,
Oman’s largest indoor market located along the coast at Muttrah corniche.
At the Souk, built in traditional style, you will find exquisite silver jewellery,
intricately hand-made ‘Khanjars’ (daggers) and other handicrafts.
Capital Commercial
Centre (CCC) is a supermarket and
a mall combined which houses a small souk from where you can pick up a
wide range of leather goods, trinkets and Omani silver handicrafts.
The Sabco Centre has multiple retail outlets and a traditional souk. The souk has numerous shops that sell silver jewellery, handicrafts and clothes range of silk rugs, wall hangings, table linen and cushion covers, fabulous gifts for your friends or your own home. If you have a sweet tooth, don’t forget to purchase some traditional Omani Halwa, a delicious treat made from Omani dates, rose water and cardamom.
For those scent lovers among you, tantalize your senses with a trip to the Amouage factory to discover the secrets behind the world’s most valuable perfume.
Finally, for a modern shopping experience Muscat City Centre is the first 'super-mall' in Oman. Newly expanded, it features a Carrefour hypermarket, Zara, Gap, Fat Face and Next as well as an array of coffee shops and eating places. Your Omani guide will take you to the best of the old and new shopping outlets in Muscat and help you bag a few bargains.
The Sabco Centre has multiple retail outlets and a traditional souk. The souk has numerous shops that sell silver jewellery, handicrafts and clothes range of silk rugs, wall hangings, table linen and cushion covers, fabulous gifts for your friends or your own home. If you have a sweet tooth, don’t forget to purchase some traditional Omani Halwa, a delicious treat made from Omani dates, rose water and cardamom.
For those scent lovers among you, tantalize your senses with a trip to the Amouage factory to discover the secrets behind the world’s most valuable perfume.
Finally, for a modern shopping experience Muscat City Centre is the first 'super-mall' in Oman. Newly expanded, it features a Carrefour hypermarket, Zara, Gap, Fat Face and Next as well as an array of coffee shops and eating places. Your Omani guide will take you to the best of the old and new shopping outlets in Muscat and help you bag a few bargains.
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Musandam
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Separated from the rest of Oman by part of the United Arab Emirates, this is the northernmost part of the Sultanate. It's rugged mountains rise up to 2100 meters above sea level and the coast which juts into the strait of Hormuz has a spectacular fjord like look. It is no wonder that Musandam is also called "The Norway of the Middle East". Khasab Fort, Qadah Archaeological site, Jebel Harim Mountain, Shim Gulf and Strait of Hormuz are the most important attractions in Musandam.
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Forts, citadels, towers and numerous historical sites serve as magnificent reminders of the rich heritage of Oman. The remote past of Oman dates back to several thousand years when man first appeared. When he settled and looked after his land and animals, he started building forts and citadels for his protection. Most of the forts, towers and fences were built in flourishing cities and urban areas for protection against intruders and as symbols of mightiness. Forts and citadels in Oman have a unique architectural designs and artistic patterns. The following are some of the most important and largest forts and citadels of Oman.
Separated from the rest of Oman by part of the United Arab Emirates, this is the northernmost part of the Sultanate. It's rugged mountains rise up to 2100 meters above sea level and the coast which juts into the strait of Hormuz has a spectacular fjord like look. It is no wonder that Musandam is also called "The Norway of the Middle East". Khasab Fort, Qadah Archaeological site, Jebel Harim Mountain, Shim Gulf and Strait of Hormuz are the most important attractions in Musandam.
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Forts, citadels, towers and numerous historical sites serve as magnificent reminders of the rich heritage of Oman. The remote past of Oman dates back to several thousand years when man first appeared. When he settled and looked after his land and animals, he started building forts and citadels for his protection. Most of the forts, towers and fences were built in flourishing cities and urban areas for protection against intruders and as symbols of mightiness. Forts and citadels in Oman have a unique architectural designs and artistic patterns. The following are some of the most important and largest forts and citadels of Oman.
Places
ofsee in muscct sit
Muscat is certainly one of the oldest cities
in the whole Middle East, being known since the second century A.D.
The first foreign presence in Muscat was in the form of the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, who passed through Oman on his way to India. The Portuguese returned in 1507 and made of Muscat a trading post and naval base until 1650 when the Imam Sultan bin Saif defeated the and drove the Portuguese away east to Goa, India. Muscat became the capital of an independent Oman in 1741,when the present dynasty assumed power.
Once in Muscat, you can enjoy rare glimpses of the rich and opulent cultural heritage of Arab land. For tourists that come from all over the world, Muscat holds a special charm with its grand forts, parks and museums. If you plan to make the best of your Muscat trip, do check out the historical forts of Muscat that portray the bygone.
The first foreign presence in Muscat was in the form of the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, who passed through Oman on his way to India. The Portuguese returned in 1507 and made of Muscat a trading post and naval base until 1650 when the Imam Sultan bin Saif defeated the and drove the Portuguese away east to Goa, India. Muscat became the capital of an independent Oman in 1741,when the present dynasty assumed power.
Once in Muscat, you can enjoy rare glimpses of the rich and opulent cultural heritage of Arab land. For tourists that come from all over the world, Muscat holds a special charm with its grand forts, parks and museums. If you plan to make the best of your Muscat trip, do check out the historical forts of Muscat that portray the bygone.
Al Jalali and Al Mirani Forts are two major ancient constructions built by Portuguese in 1580. Now these two forts have been converted to museums. Everyone who come Muscat does not forget to visit these two places, as they are unique places that help to understand the history of Oman. The Portuguese watchtower is popular place among visitors who want to feel evening breeze flowing from the sea. The place is beautifully decorated with fountains. At night, these fountains are beautiful to watch at.
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