Oman - Be Whisked Away On A Magic Carpet Ride!
The Sultanate of Oman is an awe inspiring example of history frozen in time whilst still being in touch with modernity
. The capital, Muscat, and its close environs are the most enchanting places to visit, with its beautiful beaches set in the backdrop of a desert.If however the traveller wishes to get a good understanding of Oman, then a visit to the following are a must. Salalah for its beaches, landscapes and springs, Sohar, for its safe beaches, archaeological characteristics and Sohar castle, Nizwa for its bustling Souq made to compliment the castle it is situated alongside - Sur, for its maritime museum and its legendary affiliation to the celebrated sailor Sinbad. Also worth a visit is Ras Al Jinz for its turtle nesting sites and Sharqiya for its desert dunes.
Specifically attractive are the souks especially the one in Mutrah. This souk is popular because of its sheer size and its traditional look. Even if you are not inclined to buy anything, an exploration of the souk with all its mysterious by-lanes and practical as well as sensorial goods, would not be in vain.
The Omani Fortress consists of many different forts. The Rustaq Fort which is the oldest and tallest, Nizwa Fort the largest, which took 12 years of construction, and Jabrin Fort the most elaborate, are a few of them.
The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is a startling masterpiece and houses a massive library, making it not only a worship place but a scholastic centre.
The Omani Heritage Village is a much loved tourist attraction created to spark that mystical aura of a bygone era. You can also purchase various local handicrafts and local specialities like hand woven carpets, rugs, weavings, pottery and silverware. Situated in the premises of Shangri Las Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa Sultanate of Oman, the Heritage Village also offers typical traditional entertainment as well.
Whilst there is many an Oman resort, you may want to base yourself in the very heart of the Sultanate. Of the many luxury hotels in Muscat, Shangri Las Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa Sultanate of Oman is unprecedented in their levels of service and amenities, creating environs for discerning guests that are ideal for rest and relaxation.
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