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Orthographic projection of Oman in a Globe
Source : Wikipedia
The country where the great sailor Sinbad began his epic journeys from the coastal oasis of Sohar thus beginning the tales of the Arabian Nights
With an irresistible and a stirring history that combines the rich Bedouin tradition , extraordinary forts and other traditional architecture. ,Oman's diverse natural beauty by itself is the main trump card and a paradise for those who visit it. Here you'll find long stretches of pristine raw beaches, the ramparts of mountain ranges and the perfectly sculpted sands of the fabled Empty Quarter. Esp if you're an adventure lover, there's no better place in the world where you'd want to be other than Oman
Oman has got something for almost everyone, be it scuba diving , camel racing, trekking in the cliffs of the gorgeous Oman valleys or rock climbing in the rugged mountains to up to nearly 3000 metres , or scuba diving in the the most prominent diving areas around the capital
Listing the varied things to do in Oman and reasons to visit , it could be an endless exercise but if I were to summarize the Top 10 of them , here's what I do :
Top 10 reasons why you should visit Oman
1. One of the most beautiful countries in the world , and definitely rated one of the top tourist destinations in the world
2. To experience the Arabian jewel in the Middle East with a rich blend of history , culture
3.To experience the vast Arabian deserts and indulge in some awesome dune bashing in a 4*4
4. Budget Friendly for travelers across all countries including India
5. A plethora of Archaeological sites including forts , museums and caves
6. Extremely beautiful secluded beaches
8. Absolutely gigantic mountain cliffs, rocks and valleys to spellbound any person in the world
9. To Experience and photograph the breathtaking Omani Architecture
10. Shopping in Souks : From khanjars to framed silverwork, gold and spices, this labyrinth of alleyways in Oman Souks are endless and you can never get tired of shopping for more
To top it all Oman is regarded one of the most safest , peaceful countries in the world, esp for Tourism
Top 10 Things to Do in Oman
1. Scuba Diving: As per the Oman Tourism website ,the most prominent diving areas around the capital Muscat are: Al
Khayran, Al Fahil Island, Dimaniyat Islands, Al Makbara Bay (Old Muscat)
Source : Oman tourism Youtube Channel
2. Shopping : From khanjars to framed silverwork, gold and spices, this labyrinth of alleyways in the Oman souks are endless and you can get amazing deals if you know the right technique for bargaining
3. The Empty Quarter Desert
Visit the biggest desert in the Arabian Peninsula , with its infinite Sandunes ,though void of any oasis and experience a Dune Bashing in one of those monstrous 4* 4 vehicles
Several Specialised companies organise tours of the Empty Quarter, led by experienced guide
4.Dolhpin Watching
Visit the enchanted sights of dolhpins jumping around the sea in delightful loops along the shores of A'Sharqiyah South Governorate and AlWasta
5. Visit the Grand Mosque in Muscat :
Among several activities in an Oman's tour, a must visit is His Majesty’s
Sultanate Qaboos’ Grand Mosque. It is the second largest mosque in the
world, following the Abu Dhabi Mosque. The Grand Mosque boasts the
largest chandelier in the world that weighs over 7 tons.
6. Exploration to the caves : With its rich ancient Middle Eastern history, Oman has got large natural caves in several parts of the country . Some of the key ones include the ones in Dhofar Governorate, Abu Habban Cave, AlHoota Cave etc and should be definitely included in one's itinerary to the country
Source : Pic Courtesy Buzzfeed - Regha Jha
7.Drive over the Hajar Mountains from Al-Hamra to Wadi Bani Awf, Oman's most spectacular road
8. Enjoy the very famous Omani cuisine and taste their spices , kebabs, baklawas and end with one of their famous hookahs
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