Al Fara'a village: The nature's bounty
The village of Al Fara'a, located on the banks of Wadi al Sahtan near Al Rustaq, is a beautiful place to visit. The village is situated on the edge of Jabal Shams and enjoys a mild climate in summer....
Jamma: A beautiful ancient village
On the banks of the wadi, about 25 kilometres from the centre of the Wilayat of Al Rustaq, lies a village called Jamma. This small village is a confluence of the wadis of Al Rustaq.Once on the plateau...
Mirbat windows bear witness to former glory of this former port town
The ornate wooden windows of the buildings in the old town of the Wilayat of Mirbat opens into the hoary past when the town was a bustling trading post for frankincense and Arabian horses. Magnificent...
A charming village known for its moderate weather and heritage
Al Alia, a charming village located on the banks of Wadi Bani Kharus in South Al Batinah, attracts visitors from all over Oman for its moderate weather in summer and heritage.This village is blessed...
Wadi Sabt a popular haunt among tourists
The road network that connected the various governorates contributed to bringing the distances closer and making it easier for tourists to explore nature and unique tourist sites in the Sultanate of...
Al Saleel Natural Park: A safe home to Oman’s Arabian gazelle
We have usually seen Arab deer in the documentaries shown on television and wildlife books and magazines, but we rarely see them in the prairies and in their natural habitats in which they live.In...
Wadi Tanuf draws tourists with its natural beauty
Currently, Wadi Tanuf in the Wilayat of Nizwa is one of the most important and beautiful natural sites that attract tourists. The flow of the valleys, the flow of the waters of the canals and the...
This sink hole is now the star in social media
Al Khabah Al Zarka in the village of Al Bada’ah is trending in social media after the recent rains and many liken it to Hawiyat Najm or the sink hole in the Wilayat of Qurayat. The pool occupies an...
Rains fill Wadi Al Hoqain and minds of farmers
Wadi Al Hoqain in the Wilayat of Rustaq is in its full glory thanks to the recent heavy rains brought by the low pressure over Arabian sea. About a 2 hour drive away from Muscat, Wadi Al Hoqain is...
The delightful season of dates harvest
Omanis, both men and women, are busy around this time of the year, processing the fruits of their palms, which vary in different colours and flavours. They cooperate in collecting palm products and...
Grapes harvest revving up traditional markets
The villages located on the slopes of the Hajar Mountains are famous for the cultivation of a number of seasonal crops, the most important of which are grapes, mountain pomegranates and apricots. This...
Harat Al Shanadeed cries for facelift
The old 'Harats' and the ancient market in the Wilayat of Ibri in the Al Dhahirah Governorate date back more than 500 years. They were the gateways for travellers and merchants and enjoyed wide fame...
Wadi al Arbayeen attracts adventure lovers of all hues
Wadi al Arabayeen in the Wilayat of Qurayat crisscrosses the long valley of Al Hajar Al Aswad mountain.The visitors enjoy the scenic landscape, as it holds water throughout the year feeding falaj,...
Al Atm, a source of life in Jabal al Akhdhar
Once you reach the heights of Jabal al Akhdhar you are drawn to green areas where many types of plants and trees native to Oman mix. Among the most important of these species is the Al Atm tree (Olea...
Muqaniyat stores vital evidences of Omani civilisation
Archaeological sites represent the identity and heritage of the nation, as they continue to bear witness to its history over the years and express its achievements. Each archaeological site indicates...
Al Muhtadi -- plants that can tolerate dry conditions
The beautiful Al Muhtadi flowers are spread all over the Arabian Peninsula and the Levant. Known as 'pulicaria glutinosa', Al Muhtadi is found widely with many species in the Sultanate of Oman.The...
A photographer committed to environment
Photography as a fine art has inspired many youths to explore the natural and heritage features of the Sultanate of Oman. From the point of view of the current generation, photography helps one to...
Julodis, the summer beetle, is here
With the onset of the summer, metallic beetles (Julodis) begin to appear. It can be easily seen on the branches and trunks of trees and plants. It quickly draws attention with the sound of a...
Flowering season attracts butterflies in Qurayat
The ‘Acacia Ehrenbergiana’ is a desert tree. It is thorny and widespread in the Arabian Peninsula. It grows mostly in plains and valleys (wadis). Animals such as camels benefit from this tree’s...
Wadi Al Khoud: A natural and archaeological oasis
There is a general belief that the natural beauty of the Al Khoud village is limited only to the water that flows here throughout the year. That's true, but the landscape of Al Khoud attracts a large...