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Having completed my solo exploration of both ends of Wadi Taysaa, the time had come to orchestrate a comprehensive crossing of the canyon. In February of 2023, my French companions, a group of...

In the sequel to our exploration of Yiqa's wadi, embarking from the serene Aaqabal al Mashbek, we delved into the wonders of wadi Taysaa, commencing our adventure from the picturesque village of Jamma...

A few months ago, a seasoned team of French canyon explorers, driven by their passion for discovery, returned to the Sultanate of Oman for the fourth time. Their mission was to embark on the inaugural...

The sound of hammers on teak and the whiff of coconut oil invade the senses when visiting Sur, the same way they did for visitors to the Omani coastal town centuries ago. The sounds and smells come...

Bahla, one of Oman’s oldest oasis towns, and once the capital of the Sultanate of Oman, is home to many myths and legends of magic. A mysterious aura surrounds the walled city, a sign many say...