THE COUNTRY
Oman, the jewel of the Arabian Peninsula, is a land where ancient traditions meet breathtaking landscapes. Imagine a land where the golden dunes of the Empty Quarter give way to lush, palm-fringed oases; where the rugged Hajar Mountains hide hidden villages; and where the azure waters of the Arabian Sea surround pristine, secluded beaches.
In Oman, time seems to stand still in the souks of Muscat, where the scent of incense fills the air and the echoes of ancient maritime tales linger. Here, the spirit of adventure calls to the intrepid traveller, offering a journey through history, culture and nature. From the towering forts that tell tales of a storied past to the star-studded skies above the desert, Oman is not just a destination - it is an experience, an invitation to enter a world where past and present dance in harmony.
- Wahiba Sands;
- Musandam Fjords;
- Ras al Jinz;
- Jebel Akhdar;
- Salalah; Bahla;
- Masirah Island;
- Archeological sites at Bat,
- Al-Khutm, & Al-Ayn;
- Grand Mosque in Muscat;
- Souq Muttrah
- Private Jets, Helicopters and Airliners
- Finest Onboard Catering
- Ground Transport and Yachts
- Luxury Villa & House Rentals
- Local Guide & 24/7 Assistance
- Customized Global Services
TO BE KNOWN
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The State's CapitalMuscat
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Time ZoneUTC +4
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Telephone Code968
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Total Area309 500 Km2
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Population3 833 465 (2023 est.)
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Main LanguagesArabic (official), English, Baluchi
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CurrencyOmani rials (OMR)
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GDP Per CapitaUSD 34300
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Airports132
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Heliports3
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Dry desert; hot, humid along coast; hot, dry interior; strong southwest summer monsoon (May to September) in far south
Arab, Baluchi, South Asian (Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi), African
Pointing your foot at another person is considered very rude, as is showing the sole of one's foot.
Shuwa — lamb or goat meat coated in a spice blend of chili peppers, cardamom, cloves, cumin, or coriander then wrapped in banana or palm leaves and placed in a woven bag before being roasted and smoked in underground pits; typically served on a bed of rice with a tomato-based sauce
High-income, oil-based economy; large welfare system; growing government debt; citizenship-based labor force growth policy; US free trade agreement; diversifying portfolio; high female labor force participation
