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Travellers journeying along the coastal road connecting Qurayat to Sur may find it hard to believe that behind the rugged eastern mountains lie lush valleys where crystal waters wind through green...

The history of palm trees in the Sultanate of Oman dates back thousands of years. Products such as dates, honey and palm juice are staples in every Omani household. It is estimated that there are...

When water interacts with geological formations, several processes occur. Groundwater is formed when rainwater seeps through rock and soil to reach aquifers. This groundwater can seep through rock and...

In the border that separates Muscat Governorate from Al Dakhiliyah Governorate, ‘Khoonieh Mountain’ attracts hiking enthusiasts due to the site’s beautiful tourist potential. This site can be...

The Red-Backed Shrike (Lanius collurio) is a fierce wild bird, but despite this, it is an attractive bird with a distinctive and beautiful appearance. The Red-Backed Shrike is found widely in Europe,...

It moves among the leafy branches of trees, diligently working to build its beautiful nests. These nests hang with a wide opening at the bottom, which the female bird inspects to choose the most...

The Sultanate of Oman's beaches host a variety of bird species including the Grey Plover (Scientific name: Pluvialis squatarola). A passerine bird that can be seen naturally on beaches and wetlands,...

Anyone who wanders today through various natural places, whether farms or natural gardens, will notice the presence of Indian storks and bee-eaters on tree branches or near water sources. These two...

It is common knowledge that the function of water dams in the Sultanate of Oman is to nourish the underground reserve that contributes to the flow of falaj and wells in times of drought. However, what...

There is a chain of high mountains that extend from Musandam Governorate in the north to South Al Sharqiyah Governorate in the south, for about 650 kms. Behind these mountains, water flows into dozens...

The ‘Al Sanat’ which is located on the costal side of Wilayat of Dibba (Musandam Governorate) is considered one of the oldest marine areas in the wilayat, which is still present in its historical...

The local ‘Al Sumr’ tree has mulitple uses. Its shade protects the sun's rays, and its wood used for fire wood, and from the nectar of its flowers we taste the finest natural honey. Its status in...

MISFAH: After a severe heatwave, the village of Al Misfah received a heavy share of rain. The village of Al Misfah, which is located approximately 15 km from Qurayat, is surrounded by mountains on...

Dima W’attayeen, one of the wilayats of Al Sharqiyah North Governorate, is about 170 km away from Muscat. Its terrain varies between mountainous environments, caves, valleys, and springs. Al Jabal...

Due to its many topographical characteristics, there are many tourist destinations in the Sultanate. Sulfur springs are classified as one of these destinations that attract tourists and specialists in...

Wetlands cover approximately six per cent of the Earth's surface and are vital to health, ecology and tourism. On February 2 of every year, the world celebrates World Wetlands Day, which is a good...

With its towering mountains, expansive plains, and rocky coasts, Wilayat of Dibba is characterised by stunning natural scenes. It is also a treasure trove of rock arts. There are more than 200 rock...

Nizwa’s round fort, ancient mosques, old neighbourhoods, and heritage souq bear witness to the march of history, which attracts tourists from around the world. The Nizwa Museum offers another...

It is hard to miss yellow-billed spoonbills on Oman’s coasts. Scientific researches mention that the yellow-billed spoonbill is a large bird with a white plumage and a yellow face and spatulate...

Wilayat of Dibba is an open museum with dozens of archaeological and historical sites. Visiting these sites is not complete without visually documenting them. The most important of these sites are...