Watch tower Sur beach Muscat Sultanate of oman
Watchtower situated at Sur beach muscat sultanate of Oman, Sur is famous for fishing. fish available at Sur is tastier than other parts of Oman
Bukah, Musandam, Oman from Ancient Watchtower
Amazing Salalah Oman Trip | Dhofar Governorate Oman | Cinematic Video
Between wadis, mountains, crystal seas, golden beaches and sandy deserts, Oman provides nature-lovers with a lot to explore. Nevertheless, there’s nothing that turns Oman into a stunning paradise quite like khareef season in Salalah.
Khareef, which means ‘autumn’ in Arabic, is a period of seasonal weather in the southern Dhofar governorate of Oman. It causes the lands to become covered in green, the hills to be surrounded by white fog, and light rain to drizzle almost 24 hours a day. Unlike the extreme hot weather in the rest of Oman from July to September, Dhofar and its famous city Salalah have a cool refreshing weather that attracts visitors from all over the world.
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1. Mughsail Beach & Marneef Cave
Loved by tourists and locals, a breathtakingly beautiful beach!
Mugsail is a long stretch of clear blue water with white sand and beautiful cliffs on either side of the water. It's a magnificent and picturesque landscape!
Marneef cave is another natural attraction located in Salalah worth a visit. Located close to the beach of Mughsayl the cave in increasingly become a tourist favourite. .
2. Ayn Khor
Ayn Khor Waterfall is one of the tourist attractions to all over the world during Kharif Season in Salalah , Oman.
3. Ad Dahariz Beach
Ad Dahariz Beach, is one of the best beaches in Salalah. It’s a long stretch of pristine, white sand beach surrounded by coconut trees.
4. Frankincense Museum and Al-Baleed Archaeological Park
One of the area’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites (four separate listings grouped together under the label Land of Frankincense), Al-Baleed was the Dhofar region’s primary settlement from the 8th to the 16th century.
5. Ayn Razat
The most striking of all the springs scattered across the Salalah Plain, Ayn Razat flows copiously from the hillside at all times of year and rolls across the limestone pavement in something close to a permanent river. The water collects in a set of lily ponds, the pink and blue blooms of which attract bright-orange dragonflies, which in turn are watched by kingfishers with beaks of a similar hue.
7. Ayn garziz
One of the most visited of the springs issuing from the foothills surrounding Salalah, Ayn Garziz often has a generous flow of water collecting at the bottom of the knotted cliffs. With stunted fig trees and limestone formations, it's an interesting site, however, even when dry.
8. Wadi Darbat
Wadi Darbat is a splendid lush green valley with a river running through the middle. The surrounding hills have small caves which people can hike up to. It's the perfect spot for a little family picnic, or a friendly gathering.
9. Taqah Castle
The small Taqah castle was initially used as an office and residence for the ruler of Taqah until 1970. The fort has a prison located underground, a reception hall, a room for guards and a few storage rooms. The fort also has four watchtowers and family quarters.
10. Anti-Gravity Point
Located on the way between Mirbat and Salalah, is a desolate stretch of road which defies gravity as a car put in Neutral gear will start moving uphill at a speed of up to 35 km/hr.. The experience is unforgettable and will make an interesting anecdote. There are a lot of scientific explanations for this; most common being that this is a gravity hill.
11. Tawi Atair Sinkhole
Past the Wadi Darbat lies the Tawi Atayr, which translates to Well of Birds, containing one of the most gorgeous sinkholes that point to the honeycombed limestones. The vast Tawi Atair Sinkhole is the world's third largest sinkhole, as it is 1km long and 200 metres deep.
12. Jebel Samhan
Jebel Samhan is another local attraction in the city of Salalah. Burrowed in the hills and pasture lands of the Dhofar ranges is a protected and enclosed is the wildlife reserve of Jabal Samhan. The wildlife sanctuary plays host to the endangered Arabian leopard and other species of flora and fauna found in the Arabian peninsula.
Through Oman . From Khasab to Bukha . part 2
Traveling by coach through the Arabian peninsula in the Oman area
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Wakan Village Oman Trek
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Wakan Village may not be high on most tourists’ list of places to see in Oman, but it is a fascinating village to explore with terraced gardens and stunning hiking trails.
At an altitude of 2,000 meters in Wilayt Nakhal, Wakan Village is considered to be one of the most enchanting places in Oman. In many ways, it remains the untamed natural wonder, with its spectacular mountain ranges, and fresh produce. Today, local inhabitants rely largely on farming and agricultural terraces for their livelihood. The wonderfully terraced gardens in Wakan are home to fruit trees, grapes, apricots, pomegranates, and green vegetables.
Objective: A challenging day hike from the Wakan village (about 1400m) to Wakan Pass (at about 2400m) with lots of lush date plantations and farms.
The village sits at 2,000 meters above sea level in Wadi Mastal in Wilayt Nakhal, located in Al Batinah South Governorate. 150 kilometers separate this village from Muscat. The road leading to the village passes through a number of valleys where the villages can only be reached by a four-wheel-drive vehicle.
This region enjoys moderate temperatures in summer and low temperatures in winter. Visitors will observe many agricultural terraces supporting fruit trees, including grapes, pomegranates and apricots, as well as some legumes.
Turn off Route 13 shortly after passing through Nakhal, following a wandering wadi until the road gives way to a dirt track. You will be able to glimpse Wakan far in the distance high on a cliff as you approach.
Wakan is very easy to find. It is signposted along the way and even if it is your first visit, you should be able to reach this destination with no problems.
After leaving the asphalt road behind, there is a steep climb towards the village along an extremely narrow dirt track. You will need 4-wheel driving experience to get up to the village parking area.
At the village entrance is an Information and Visitors’ Centre. A trail has been built stretching for 1,100 metres, comprising 700 steps rising to the top of the mountain, surrounded by a protective fence and containing service areas as well as observation towers that look like castles and umbrellas. You’ll also find sitting areas, and a rest shelter overlooking the village and its terraces.
The only bathrooms for tourists in the village are located here, at the base of the observation tower.
The best way to explore Wakan Village is by foot. There are several walking tracks in the village, starting from the observation platform. Among them, the trail across the village is considered to be the easiest and most popular. Across several beautifully terraced gardens and along a falaj stream, this stunning footpath takes you up into the watchtower, where you can enjoy the panoramic view of the mountain range and the picturesque Wakan Village. A walk along the path will also allow you to experience verdant shrubs, crumbling terraces, fruit trees, and vineyards, where birds sing and butterflies flutter among the apricot flowers.
Waken Village is a very productive farming community, so on your way through the village you are very likely to pass local farmers tending to their crops and expanding and maintaining the agricultural terraces. You will be greeted warmly and may even be invited for coffee and tea.
Reaching the Top of Wakan Village
To get though the village to the mountain hiking path, you must walk a beautiful 1.1km paved trail, made up of 700 steps to the topmost point of the village.
Beyond Wakan Village
High Into the Mountains
Eastern Al Jabal Al Akhdar in Al Dakhilivah is a 4-9 hour roundtrip hike from Wakan. This scenic hike involves a roundtrip around the wonderful terraced gardens in Wakan, a walk up to the Saiq Plateau rim where you will have a stunning view of the Gubrah Bowl, a descending to Hadesh through rock balconies, and further down to Wakan via Al Qurah. For adventure and outdoor enthusiasts, this trail is a must.
Unlike Muscat, this tiny Village may not be able to provide you with luxury hotels and guesthouses (there is no accommodation at all), but it still has a lot to offer. From its natural resources, and stunning walking paths, to its hospitable communities, and the sustainable ecosystems, it is a fascinating place to respite. It also has many great mountains and postcard-quality landscapes.
An Easy Hike Worth Revisiting Again
What an amazing day hiking up and over the mountain, and becoming more impressed by the graciousness and hospitality of the Omani people. All you really need to do is tell any local the truth, that Oman is an amazingly beautiful country, and a glow of gratitude and a humble pride in their country will beam from their faces.
Wakan Village. In the end, you will realize that it is not just the destination, but the journey to the destination that makes your Wakan Village trip unforgettable.
Musandam Drive
Day trip to Musandam Peninsula, Oman
Khasab Castle Museum History Video, Ras Musandam Oman - PART 3
Khasab Castle Museum History Video, Ras Musandam Oman - PART 3
Mistakes travel agents make while selling Oman | TWAI
Sensational beaches, spectacular mountains a rich history and a warm welcome await in the stunning Sultanate of Oman.
It is one of the Gulf’s most intriguing destinations.
Lying south of the United Arab Emirates at the eastern edge of the Arabian Peninsula, it’s a modern state where you can still experience the traditions of the region – and uncover a cultural heritage of unparalleled richness.
The most visible signs of Oman’s history are the forts, citadels and watchtowers that dot the land.
There are more than 500 of them and an enlightened policy of sustainable development means they remain the best–preserved collection of monuments in the Arabic world.
Better yet, the old and new enjoy a harmonious coexistence in Oman. Luxurious, modern hotels and resorts are within easy reach of the historic sites and offer world–class standards of service.
MUSSANDAM :KHASAB FORT MUSSEUM VIDEO
Omani heritage, Mussandam traditions and lifestyles: unspeakable beauty and serenity of the land and its charming people. This video is shown at Khasab Castle. (Copyright. Khasab Castle Museum. I publish it here only to make it accesible to more people) WE LOVE OMAN!!
Khasab Dhow trip - dolphin
Khasab Dhow trip taken on April 22, 2016 with Khasab Travel & tours.
Visiting a Muscat school to talk about reef conservation
Educational visit to a school in Muscat, Oman, talking about coral reefs and their conservation.
MUSANDAM 2011
YOU MUST GO ONE TIME
Forte Portugues de Khasab #Oman
Khasab Portuguese Fort
Adventure Science Beyond Roads: Musandam Oman Expedition - Camp 2 - Day 2
Adventure Science Beyond Roads Expedition - Musandam Oman
Simon, Jim, and Richard have travelled to the tip of Oman to explore the roadless landscape for rumored archaeological sites. As they plan to move to their next camp, 10 km away, they need to enlist the help of a fishing camp in the next embayment. The only way to reach them is by boat or overland.
For more information, visit: adventurescience.ca
Adventure Science Beyond Roads: Musandam Oman Expedition - Camp 2 Day 4
Adventure Science Beyond Roads Expedition - Musandam Oman
Simon, Jim, and Richard have travelled to the tip of Oman to explore the roadless landscape for rumored archaeological sites.
For more info, visit: adventurescience.ca
Gaza City | Wikipedia audio article
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Gaza (; Arabic: غزة Ġazzah, IPA: [ˈɣazza]; Hebrew: עַזָּה, Modern: 'Aza, Tiberian: 'Azā Ancient Ġāzā), also referred to as Gaza City, is a Palestinian city in the Gaza Strip, with a population of 515,556, making it the largest city in the State of Palestine. Inhabited since at least the 15th century BCE, Gaza has been dominated by several different peoples and empires throughout its history. The Philistines made it a part of their pentapolis after the Ancient Egyptians had ruled it for nearly 350 years.
Under the Romans and later the Byzantines, Gaza experienced relative peace and its port flourished. In 635 CE, it became the first city in Palestine to be conquered by the Rashidun army and quickly developed into a center of Islamic law. However, by the time the Crusaders invaded the city in the late 11th century, it was in ruins. In later centuries, Gaza experienced several hardships—from Mongol raids to floods and locusts, reducing it to a village by the 16th century, when it was incorporated into the Ottoman Empire. During the first half of Ottoman rule, the Ridwan dynasty controlled Gaza and under them the city went through an age of great commerce and peace. The municipality of Gaza was established in 1893.
Gaza fell to British forces during World War I, becoming a part of Mandatory Palestine. As a result of the 1948 Arab–Israeli War, Egypt administered the newly formed Gaza Strip territory and several improvements were undertaken in the city. Gaza was captured by Israel in the Six-Day War in 1967, but in 1993, the city was transferred to the Palestinian National Authority. In the months following the 2006 election, an armed conflict broke out between the Palestinian political factions of Fatah and Hamas, resulting in the latter taking power in Gaza. Egypt and Israel consequently imposed a blockade on the Gaza Strip. Israel eased the blockade allowing consumer goods in June 2010, and Egypt reopened the Rafah border crossing in 2011 to pedestrians.The primary economic activities of Gaza are small-scale industries and agriculture. However, the blockade and recurring conflicts have put the economy under severe pressure. The majority of Gaza's inhabitants are Muslim, although there is also a Christian minority. Gaza has a very young population, with roughly 75% under the age of 25. The city is currently administered by a 14-member municipal council.