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Oman among the world’s most beautiful countries

US magazine says Al Jabal Al Akhdhar mountains famous for fragrant hiking trails filled with green olive trees and apricot trees
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The Sultanate of Oman has been ranked among the top world’s most beautiful countries.


Ranked by Veranda, the US magazine, and part of Hearst Digital Media, Oman has found a place among the 18th beautiful countries of the world.


The Maldives topped with first in the list, followed by Costa Rica in the second and Tanzania bagging the third spot.


The United States, Peru, Japan, Iceland, Kenya, Thailand, Namibia, Greece, New Zealand, Chile, Italy, Vietnam, Switzerland, Canada and finally Sultanate of Oman were the countries who made it in order.


The survey mentions that it was nearly impossible to narrow down a list of the most beautiful places in the world among the 193 countries.


About Oman’s ranking, the author mentions that upon first thought many are of the view that Oman may only have desert-like terrains due to its location on the Arabian Peninsula.


However, it mentions that this seafaring nation has a bit of everything, from towering mountains, and sandy coastlines to striking city centres.


The traditional and contemporary blend in the coastal city of Muscat, is home to one of the most renowned masterpieces of Islamic architecture, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.


The survey mentions that in Muscat, the country’s capital, one will also find a rising food scene that reinterprets traditional Omani cuisine.


The magazine says Al Jabal Al Akhdhar mountains are famous for fragrant hiking trails filled with green olive trees and apricot trees.


The Veranda report further says that each country had something unique and downright stunning to offer, from its intriguing architecture and colourful landscapes to complex histories and centuries-old traditions. And there are the people at the heart of each nation who make their homelands stand apart from the rest.


The Maldives got the top slot for its far-flung getaway with its white sand beaches, world-class resorts, and palm tree-filled forests.


The Indian Ocean archipelago’s aquamarine water’s surface lies a thriving ecosystem of colourful coral reefs and unique sea life that can only be found around the islands.


Their traditions are influenced by many of the neighbouring countries, creating a multifaceted culture unlike anywhere else in the world.


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