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Oman

History

Magan Civilization appears in Oman's historical record.
Azd tribe migration appears in Oman's historical record.
Imamate was established, giving Oman a new political framework.
Nabhani dynasty ruled or strongly influenced the territory before the modern state.
Portuguese rule placed the territory under outside administration.
Ya'rubi dynasty ruled or strongly influenced the territory before the modern state.
Omani Empire ruled or strongly influenced the territory before the modern state.
Al Bu Said dynasty ruled or strongly influenced the territory before the modern state.
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CapitalMuscat
Population5.3M
Area309,500 km2
CurrencyOmani rial

Short facts

RegionWestern Asia / Middle East / Arabian Peninsula
LanguageArabic
Time zoneGST (UTC+4)
Drives onRight

Worth seeing

  • Mutrah Souq: One of the oldest souqs in the Arab world, in a beautiful Muscat harbour setting.
  • Wahiba Sands: Dramatic orange desert of dunes stretching to the Arabian Sea.
  • Wadi Shab: Turquoise pools and waterfalls in a dramatic limestone gorge accessible by boat.

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Planning questions

What is Oman known for?Mutrah Souq, Wahiba Sands, Wadi Shab.
What is the capital?Muscat.
Which language is useful?Arabic.
When is the national day?18 November.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

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Food & drink

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Known for

Mutrah SouqWahiba SandsWadi ShabMuscatKebabCoffee
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