The Sultanate of Oman will be showcasing its rich cultural heritage and civilisational legacy on World Heritage Day (WHD), an occasion established by the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) to raise awareness about the value of cultural heritage and the urgent need to protect it from natural and human-induced threats. The event will be held on Sunday.
Every year on April 18, the world celebrates WHD and this year’s theme is ‘Heritage under Threat from Disasters and Conflicts: Preparedness and Learning from 60 years of ICOMOS Actions.’ Oman joins this global celebration with the deep conviction that heritage is not just a remnant of the past, but a bridge connecting generations, grounding national identity and shaping a sustainable future, according to the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism.
“Oman has its own unique identity in terms of culture, heritage and language. Oman’s language is present everywhere and deeply ingrained. The heritage and culture of Oman are not just owned, but lived; they are felt in the pulse of daily life,” a spokesperson from the MoHT said.
Throughout history, the Sultanate of Oman has held a significant place on the map of Arabia as a vibrant crossroads where caravans converged, stories were woven and cities rose from stone and soil, pulsing with wisdom and life.
This legacy lives on in architecture that tells the tales of its builders, not just through beauty, but through purpose. Ancient systems passed through generations, aflaj waters that seem to pause time, the aroma of morning coffee, silent cooperation and gatherings built on kindness.
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