Monuments and Natural Landscapes to Discover in Oman

Natural canyon between the mountains with turquoise water pools, hiking trails, and grottos accessible by swimming.

Muslim religious center built in 2001, featuring five minarets and Persian carpets in its prayer hall accommodating 20,000 worshippers.

Cultural center built in 2011 showcasing classical music, dance, and opera performances in a 1100-seat hall.

17th-century military construction with 40-meter high walls, circular enclosure, and four watchtowers to protect the oasis.

Public beach stretching 4 kilometers lined with palm trees, offering picnic areas, restaurants, and sports facilities.

Square-shaped military construction equipped with a water supply system via underground channels and extraction wells.

Mountain range situated at 2000 meters altitude featuring agricultural terraces and an ancient falaj irrigation system.

This desert stretches 180 kilometers from north to south with orange dunes reaching 100 meters high, where Bedouins welcome visitors.

This conservation center allows the observation of green turtles that come to lay their eggs on the beach at night.

This valley carved into rock contains natural pools with green waters and limestone caves accessible to swimmers.

Peak reaching 3009 meters altitude with a canyon 1000 meters deep where marked walking routes pass through.

Military fortress built by the Portuguese in the 16th century on a hill overlooking the commercial port and seaside promenade.

Vestiges of mudbrick dwellings and falaj irrigation channels listed as a World Heritage Site for their ancient hydraulic system.

12-kilometer ramparts surrounding a medieval city with defensive towers, mosques, and market from the 13th century.

Mountain range extending over 700 kilometers, composed of rocky limestone peaks with deep valleys and gorges. The main summits reach 3000 meters.

17th century eight-sided military construction near the coast. The entrance features wooden doors with carved geometric patterns.

Geological formation 1000 meters deep in the mountains. The canyon showcases vertical limestone walls and natural terraces.

Military construction with twelve defense towers and a network of underground galleries. It is the tallest fort in Oman.

17th-century royal residence adorned with painted ceilings and geometric motifs. The building has two floors.

19th-century military construction built on a rocky promontory. The fort overlooks the palm grove and the Hajar Mountains.

Built in 1972, this palace is the ceremonial residence of the Sultan. The architecture combines contemporary and Islamic elements with blue and gold columns.

Defensive monument built with limestone rocks and coral in the 19th century. The museum displays fossils found in the Dhofar region.

The historic souk of Muscat city features narrow alleys lined with shops selling spices, textiles, silver, and perfumes.

This three-kilometer paved promenade runs along the fishing port and offers views of the mountains and old ramparts.

This gallery displays local handicrafts such as textiles, pottery, and traditional jewelry made by Omani artisans.

This white sandy beach is surrounded by limestone cliffs. The clear waters allow observation of tropical fish.

Fortress constructed by the Portuguese in 1587 on a rocky promontory. It served to protect the port and monitor ships.

Natural thermal spring flowing from the Hajar mountains. The sulfurous water maintains a constant temperature of 40 degrees. Pools allow bathing.

Two-kilometer network of underground cavities with stalactites and stalagmites. The site includes an interpretation center on local geology and an interior lake.

1.7 km² natural mangrove in the capital. This area is home to crabs, migratory birds, and fish. Trails allow wildlife observation.

Built in 1675 to protect the Strait of Hormuz, this fort houses a collection of traditional objects and information on the local history of Musandam.

Protected area of 4500 km² located between 1500 and 2100 meters elevation. This reserve conserves Arabian leopards and gazelles in their natural habitat.

Limestone natural valley with rock formations, clear water basins, and natural pools where swimming is possible year-round.

Coastal beach spanning three kilometers bordered by cliffs where natural geysers propel seawater through holes in the rock.