Muscat: With people of Oman eagerly awaiting the announcement of Eid holidays, here are some spots in Oman where one can spend memorable moments with family and friends.
Wadi Bani Habib village in Al Jabal Al Akhdhar
The journey to explore Wadi Bani Habib begins by descending through rocky stairs surrounded by picturesque landscapes among the mountains and trees. When you arrive at the valley, you can lie down to take a rest under the fragrant and leafy shade of peach, almond, walnut, pomegranate and olive trees.
If you climb to the heights that overlook this village of abundant beauty, the lanes of ancient houses intertwined with each other will astonish you. A walk around this ancient neighbourhood distinguished by its doors, windows, rooms, stairs, and beautiful roofs will take you back to history.
Wadi Bani Kharous
Wadi Bani Kharous, which widens at its end to lead to the historic town of Al Awabi, has been a centre of civilisation and agricultural progress in Oman for more than hundreds of years. The towering mountains on both sides of the valley are made of limestone formations. Where you can explore the dazzling biodiversity.
Old Muscat
Old Muscat is associated with nostalgia where the past and the present fuse seamlessly. The Muttrah sea road, souq with its old shops, houses, cafes, and mosques is distinguished by their unique decorations and inscriptions. One of these beautiful landmarks is the old watchtower in Muttrah, which is surrounded by lights and wonderful fountains. The charming beauty of Muttrah is fragrant with the scent of the beautiful past.
Mibam village in Wadi Tiwi
The village of Mibam in Niyabat of Tiwi is very beautiful. You can reach it using a four-wheel drive vehicle due to the rugged road. The atmosphere in the village is comfortable and inspires peace and relaxation. When you arrive, you can visit the castle, which stands tall and overlooks the village. You can also walk among its lush orchards, which are interspersed with the waters of the falaj. You can also visit Al Khawr Mosque. In the rainy season, you can see waterfalls descending from the tops of the mountains. Amateurs can swim in it and enjoy the stunning scenery surrounding it. The people of Mibam village are distinguished by their generosity, tolerance, kindness, and welcoming visitors with all their warmth.
Al Khalidiyah in Musandam
To the southeast of Khasab, there are open forests in Al-Si Park in Khalidiyah, and acacia trees provide lush shade where tourists can make camping and resting places. During the spring and fall seasons, the area bustles with life again with the various types of birds that come to it. There are also many traditional lock houses for which Musandam is famous, where you can wander through its corridors and spend a beautiful day.
Al Baleed and the Land of Frankincense Museum
Al Baleed Archaeological Site has been listed as a cultural and archaeological site by Unesco and includes both the archaeological site and the Land of Frankincense Museum. You can view the site from a small boat sailing along the creek or by a private ride that takes you around the archaeological sites. There is also the Land of Frankincense Museum on the site, which includes several halls and sections, including a hall for carved archaeological works in the Al Baleed area and another hall that reflects the maritime traditions of the Dhofar Governorate in the Sultanate of Oman.
