Old Muscat, Historical district in Muscat, Oman
The entrance to Old Muscat features twin fortresses of Al-Jalali and Al-Mirani, which stand guard over the natural harbor and Sultan's Palace.
Portuguese naval forces constructed defensive walls and fortifications around Old Muscat in 1507, establishing a strategic maritime trading post in the Indian Ocean.
The Bait Al Zubair Museum displays traditional Omani weapons, jewelry, clothing, and household items that represent centuries of local craftsmanship and traditions.
Visitors need to follow strict dress codes when exploring Old Muscat, with women required to cover shoulders and knees, while men should wear long trousers.
The ceremonial palace of Al Alam, with its blue and gold mushroom pillars and central location between mountains, serves as the meeting place for dignitaries.
Location: Muscat
GPS coordinates: 23.61274,58.59203
Latest update: March 31, 2025 13:53
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
20.9 km
Al Alam Palace
454 m
Souk de Matrah
3 km
Royal Opera House Muscat
12.6 km
Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex
20.1 km
The National Museum - Sultanate of Oman
200 m
Fort Al Jalali
738 m
Nakhal Fort
81.6 km
Bimmah Sinkhole
80.8 km
Al-Seeb Stadium
38.3 km
Al Sahwa Tower
34.8 km
Mutrah Corniche
2.2 km
Bait al Zubair
306 m
Fort Al-Mirani
521 m
Royal Oman Police Stadium
8.7 km
Muscat Gate Museum
745 m
Sultan's Armed Forces Museum
4.7 km
Bait al-Baranda Museum
3.4 km
Oman Oil and Gas Exhibition Centre
8.6 km
Qurum Beach
11.5 km
Muttrah Fort
745 m
Mascate fortresses
350 m
Embassy of Germany, Muscat
6.5 km
Barka Fort
71.9 km
Wadi Dayqah Dam
64.6 km
Musée Bait Al Baranda
3.4 km
Quriyat Fort
50.9 km
Stal Gallery ستال جاليري
14.1 kmReviews
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