To travel to the Kingdom of Oman

Oman is a country in southeastern Arabian Peninsula is located close to the Strait of Hormuz . This country has a coastline similar to Vietnam , combined with the majestic mountains and vast deserts make a most attractive destination.

By the day of the Kingdom of Oman Renaissance ( 07.23.1970 ) , PetroTimes introduce readers to the definition of the mysterious country of Vietnam is also little known .

Since 1970 , the Kingdom of Oman taking on 23/7 every day of the Renaissance, the United Kingdom , which is the day to remember in the mind of every citizen of Oman , marking the beginning of the period of development of the country under the leadership of Sultan Sultan Qaboos bin Said , a leader pacifist ideology , has to maintain security and stability for the people of Oman .

During the past 43 years , with wisdom and his strength , the Sultan of Oman has taken the country constantly growing in all areas . Results demonstrated that in each period , each period of development , progress , prosperity of the country . King has always interested comprehensively lives of people and is considered the cornerstone of the country's development . He always encourages its citizens to actively participate in the construction and development of the country .

Furthermore, the King still respect the contributions of the people of the great work of the United Nations as well as the preservation of heritage but still consistent with the development of the times . Every year , on 23/7 , not only joy is reflected on the faces of every citizen retains Oman but also deep meaning in each person 's heart .

Muscat

Mosque in the capital Muscat

Muscat , capital of Oman , is like a jewel of Arabia . The city is a blend of Muscat Muscat ancient and modern . Muscat Stock exotic allure with many forts , castles , mosques and towers above the impressive natural scenery . Muscat is increasingly becoming an attractive tourist destination for tourists worldwide .

City Sur

Sunset on the city of Sur

Sur is a quiet beach town with houses in traditional architecture . Go through the maze of streets Sur , you'll find many beautiful old house with strange doors and windows are decorated with attractive rounded curves . From the road along the coast , visitors can watch the sailing trip on the Arabian Gulf Oman nature .

On the way to Sur , visitors can stop at the fishing village of Quriyat , where centuries ago was one of the important commercial port . How Sur 40km beach is two R'as Al Hadd and Al Junayz R'as , where every year about 30,000 turtles to lay their eggs .

City Nizwa

Handicraft Bazaar at Niwa

Nizwa , verdant oasis city , the capital of Oman in the 6th century and 7th . The most ancient city of the Sultanate of this has been the center of art and education . So , the city is famous for its historical monuments , art crafts and agricultural products . The market of the city opened exhibition of handicrafts items such wonderful coffee pots , swords , leather goods , silverware , antiques , housewares ...

Nizwa Fort , completed in 1650 , is the center of power of the dynasty Al Ya'ruba is a national monument and is the most visited of Oman . Sultan Qaboos Mosque was remodeling is one of the oldest mosques in Oman . In the evening , visitors can hear the call to prayer of the faithful Muslim cleric filled the space.

How Nizwa few kilometers Bahla town mystery . Bahla is the home of the myths and legends through the centuries . Old Bahla Fort with 12km wall is the oldest fort in Oman . Bahla is a short way around the castle Jabreen . The castle has three floors , and was built during the reign of Al Ya'ruba in mid- 1600 .

Western Hajar Mountains

Nakhr legendary Gorge Canyon Wadi

From Nizwa , visitors can easily see the southern flanks of the Western Hajar mountains higher than 2,000 m with surrounding rural areas . On the mountains , valley networks interwoven into between the canyons and impressive caves . The fertile valley is cultivated mainly by mountain Aborigines have adapted to life under the harsh tropical sun here.

At Wadi Tanuf , constantly flowing streams are exploited to produce a well-known brand drinks . In Al Hamra , 400 houses made ​​of mud still standing to this day . West of Al Hamra is the way to Jebel Shams ( Mountain of the Sun ) , the highest mountain in Oman with a height of 3.010m . This is where visitors can admire one of the most beautiful natural wonders of Oman , Wadi Gorge canyon Nakhr .

Sumail Gap

Birkit vast plantations Al Mawz

This is the only natural way to go through the hills north of the ancient silk road . Take the path used in the footsteps of Marco Polo to trade Fanja intersection , and the towns of Bid Bid , Sumail and Al Khobar , visitors will see a lot of castles and fortresses . Visitors can stop at roadside fruit market in Ad Dasir to enjoy pomegranate , pumpkin and sweet lime .

At the end of this road , a town with many lush plantations Birkit Al Mawz . Seen from the mountain above the town , you'll see why Birkit Al Mawz called " Rainbow City " , due to the stones at the foot of the mountain surrounded by the old town is like a rainbow .