Bait al Zubair, Cultural museum in old district of Muscat, Oman.
The museum spans multiple buildings and gardens displaying traditional Omani artifacts, weapons, costumes, jewelry, and household items from different regions.
Opened in 1998, Bait al Zubair represents the private collection of the Zubair family who transformed their traditional house into this cultural institution.
The exhibition halls present comprehensive displays about Omani maritime traditions, Bedouin lifestyle, and social customs through authentic objects and documents.
The museum offers guided tours in multiple languages and includes detailed information panels that explain the significance of each artifact collection.
The museum complex incorporates a traditional Omani residence, allowing visitors to examine architectural elements of historical regional construction methods.
Location: Muscat
Inception: 1998
Official opening: 1998
Website: https://baitalzubair.com
GPS coordinates: 23.61433,58.58958
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:03
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