Misfat Al Abriyeen

Located in the northeast of the country, Muscat, the capital of the Sultanate of Oman, is a true oasis in the midst of the desert. The city has grown on a fertile plain, backed by rugged mountains and bordered by the waters of the Gulf of Oman. Its unique charm stems as much from this enchanting natural setting as from its rich multicultural heritage, shaped by Bedouin, Persian, ...

At the end of a narrow, winding road, where only free-roaming goats seem to guard the way, the Musandam Peninsula reveals itself, majestic, between steep mountains and crystal-clear waters. Cut off from the rest of the Sultanate of Oman by the United Arab Emirates, this peaceful enclave juts into the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic crossroads between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of ...

Oman’s historic cities deeply reflect the Sultanate’s culture and roots. Muscat, the capital, is made up of several districts, each with its own distinct identity. Mutrah, for instance, is the most touristic quarter, famous for its picturesque corniche, its fort and its lively souk. Ruwi, nicknamed “Oman’s little India”, also deserves a visit, not least because it is home to the ...