Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman is participating in Expo 2023 Doha, which is taking place this year under the theme 'Green Desert, Better Environment.' This horticultural exhibition is the first of its kind in a desert climate in the Middle East and North Africa. The focus is on sustainability, environmental awareness, technology, innovation, and modern agriculture. Its goal is to promote sustainable innovations and combat desertification.
Oman's pavilion showcases 1,600 authentic Omani trees and plants, carefully selected from Oman's botanical garden and planted in the designated area of the pavilion. These plants represent the rich plant diversity in Oman's diverse landscapes, spanning from Musandam Governorate to Dhofar Governorate.
Within the pavilion, visitors can explore representations of various facets Oman's geogrphy, including a simulation of the terrace farms of Al Jabal Al Akhdhar in al Dakhiliyah Governorate. Additionally, the pavilion features some of Oman's ancient trees, such as the iconic Frankincense tree. It serves as an educational platform for visitors to learn about Omani oases' cultural and architectural heritage, symbolising values of cooperation, tolerance, and dialogue. Interactive displays also provide insights into the world of plants.
Furthermore, the pavilion hosts a botanic garden, a significant project on Oman's tourism map. This garden underscores the importance of organic farming and hydrogen-based clean energy production and their applications in sustainable agriculture, reducing reliance on non-clean energy sources and conserving water resources.
Omani Pavilion covering an area of 900 square meters. This pavilion includes a store where agricultural products are available for purchase, featuring contributions from various government entities, including the Foreign Ministry, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, the Ministry of Information, the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion, along with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority, as well as other government and private organisations.
The Omani Pavilion showcases a garden filled with authentic Omani trees, highlighting the richness and diversity of Oman's unique flora, perfectly adapted to Oman's climate. The pavilion is divided into several sections, including Oman for Beauty, Omani Plants, Land of Frankincense, 44.01 Company (focused on carbon dioxide capture), Leadership in Sustainable Agriculture, and Khareef.
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