Oman tourist attractions introduction + travel guide

When it comes to Oman, if it is related to tourism, everyone may feel strange. In fact, Oman is really a place worth visiting. It is the only Arab country that has beaches, deserts and mountains at the same time.

The scenery is beautiful and tranquil. If you are worried about terrorist activities in the Middle Eastern countries here, you don’t have to worry there. This is a country with a zero terror index among the Middle Eastern countries.

Is it hard to imagine that in a region such as the Middle East, where terror is frequent, there is such a low-key and quiet country? Such a country can't help but make people even more curious.

Then, let’s explore the mystery here with the editor!

Muscat

Surrounded by mountains and facing the sea, Ma Skat is a city on the Gulf and a must-visit place when traveling to Oman. As the capital of Oman, Muscat is more prosperous and clean than other cities. It’s hard to imagine that this is a country where half of the country is desert.

The Sultan Qaboos Mosque, the third largest mosque in the world, is open to non-Muslims from 09:00 to 11:00 except on Fridays. It has the second largest carpet in the world. It is said that it took 600 weavers 4 years to weave it on site.

The huge Swarovski crystal chandelier on the ceiling will make you marvel at its luxury and sophistication.

Mutra Traditional Market is the most famous market in Muscat. It has the wooden structure of a traditional Arab market and sells various Arab daily necessities, perfumes, spices, traditional clothing and arts and crafts.

The dazzling array of products in colorful colors makes you feel like you are walking in the story of One Thousand and One Nights. Here you can buy some local specialties, such as frankincense.

The Wasibai Desert is the most suitable for sandbathing due to its variety. Driving down a sand dune more than ten meters high in a car is so thrilling that your adrenaline rushes. It is recommended to go with the locals and prepare enough food.

The Bedouins in the desert live a nomadic life living with water and grass. If you are lucky enough to meet them, you can make a special trip to visit their tents. Or book a stay in a desert tent directly and watch the stars on the beach at night is also a good experience.

Nizwa

Oman has more than 1,500 castles, and Nizwa is the city with the most castles and is known as the city of a thousand castles. The famous Nizwa Castles include Bahra Fort and Jabr Fort, which are typical Arab-style buildings.

The castle requires an entrance fee of 0.5 rials. In the past, it was a military location to defend against enemies. Bahra Fort in particular is one of the world cultural heritage sites and has seven defense mechanisms set up to resist enemies. Storage rooms, kitchens, prisoner rooms, etc. are all available.

There is also a museum inside that introduces the history and life of the local people. You can overlook the entire town from the top of the castle.

There is a market near the castle, which is full of local life. The most attractive thing is the abundant array of pottery and novel small items. Worth a visit.

Salala

Salala is a famous tourist city in Oman. It has the most beautiful beaches in Oman and even the entire Arabian Peninsula. It is very popular in Arab circles. For the Middle East, it can be considered a gift to have bays and beaches where you can vacation without having to go abroad.

AlFizayah

Beach is one of the beaches in Salalah. Perhaps because Oman is sparsely populated and has few tourists, the environment here is very well protected and has an attractive atmosphere. The blue sky and sea that I envy and yearn for. The water here is crystal clear and the sand on the beach is very fine.

Go out to sea with the locals, and if you are lucky, you may even see dolphins.

Salala is also a famous historical city in Dhofar, and the frankincense here is also the most famous. Frankincense is a resin secreted from a peculiar tree, and the requirements of this tree for its growth environment are rough limestone soil and scorching hot weather, which is exactly what southern Oman meets.

In the old days, frankincense was worth as much as gold. In modern times, frankincense is a must-have for Omani men.

Sur

Sour is a fishing port in Oman. With the advantage of a natural harbor, you can experience sea-related projects here. Such as sea fishing and diving.

Most people have the inherent impression that turtles can only be seen on islands. As everyone knows, you can also see sea turtles in Sur, and even watch the process of sea turtles laying eggs with your own eyes. There is a turtle sanctuary in Rasal

Jinz, where there are green turtles that are rare in the world.

Turtles lay eggs mostly at midnight or dawn, and there are dedicated personnel to lead tourists to watch. Turtles will first dig a hole in the sand, then lay their eggs, and then return to the sea step by step after laying the eggs.

In Oman, the most unbearable thing is the heat. Of course, there are many places to escape the summer heat in Oman. Wadi Shab, dozens of kilometers away from Sur, is a natural park and a representative canyon oasis in Oman.

The sides of the canyon block the sun, and there is a crystal clear natural pool in the canyon. Jump in and let all the heat melt into the water.

Best travel time

November to April

Transportation

Guangzhou has Oman Air destinations that can fly directly to Oman. You can also choose Emirates or Qatar Airways from Beijing, Shanghai, etc. to Dubai, Colombo and other countries to transfer to Oman. In Oman, public transportation is lagging behind. If you want to travel freely, it is recommended to rent a car and drive yourself. When renting a car, you need to bring a translation of your driver's license.

Visa

Log in to the official website of the Royal Oman Police https://evisa.rop.gov.om/en/visa in advance and select the unsecured tourist visa to apply. The Royal Oman Police will send an approval letter to your mailbox after approval. You need to bring round-trip air tickets, hotel reservations and approval letters before entering Oman.

Language

The common language is Arabic, and English is less popular.

Consumption

The currency of Oman is the rial (OMR), 1OMR≈16RMB.

Does such a gentle country have a feeling of independence from the world? The scenery is beautiful and a little mysterious, which makes people feel the urge to travel here!