Jabal Akhdar is a mountainous region located approximately 2 hours' drive from Muscat. It's a magnificent place, between mountains and greenery, where the sun and the heat seem to have spared cultivation and vegetation.

Jabal Akhdar: the green mountains of Oman

Jebel Shams is the highest point in Oman, at an altitude of 3,000 m. It's a site dedicated to hikers, but also suitable for those wishing to admire the scenery without the long walks.

Jebel Shams: at the summit of Oman

Masirah is an Omani island located in the Indian Ocean to the east of the country. Masirah has only recently opened for tourism and getting there is very easy. Masirah offers beautiful white sand beaches, as well as a new perspective of Omani traditions.

On the island of Masirah, pristine beaches and traditions

Nizwa is one of the largest cities in the country. During your visit to Oman, don't miss out on this city packed with history and the centre of numerous activities.

Nizwa: the capital of central Oman

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A visit to The Sultanate of Oman means experiencing the land of the Arabian Nights: a country that bridges the cultures of Africa and India with a breathtaking mix of mountains, coastal plains and deserts. Located at the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula on the shores of the Arabian Sea, the Sultanate of Oman occupies a land area almost twice the size of France, yet has only three million inhabitants. A land of myths and legends, it was the birthplace of Sinbad the Sailor. Oman’s geography offers visitors a selection of rich and varied landscapes: a vast desert covers the majority of the center of the country. High mountain ranges extend along its northern and south-eastern coasts (including Jebel ach-Chams with a peak of 3,009 metres), where you can experience deep canyons, cliffs, fortified villages and oases. Before leaving for the Sultanate of Oman, add two new words to your vocabulary: Dejbel (mountain range) and Wadi (the riverbed that irrigates the lush palm groves). Most cities, including the capital, Muscat, are located in the north of the country. Tourists also visit Oman for its seaside resorts, with superb marine life and corals that attract more and more divers travellers each year.

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Sur will delight those who love stopovers that are off the beaten path. Spared from tourism, this particularly authentic port radiates a unique charm. 

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Muttrah is Muscat's old area. There’s a souq, a promenade along the sea, and really interesting craft shops.

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For foreign travelers, Muttrah is probably Muscat's most charming district. In any case, it was my favorite. The old town provides an overview of what an Omani town might have looked like before the economic boom that followed the exploitation of natural resources. This white city punctuated by domes and minarets facing the sea in the midst of the ochre mountains is an image that can only remain etched in the memory of visitors. Muttrah souq is one of the best places to find items that wil bring back memories of your <a href="/oman/">stay in Oman</a> : from incense (which provided Oman's wealth for centuries) to scarves and pottery. A little farther on the coastal road, it's also worth the detour to the district where the sultan lives so you can see his palace, visit some museums (including the Franco-Omani Museum) or anything simply to soak up the peaceful atmosphere that prevails there.

Muttrah is Muscat's old area. There’s a souq, a promenade along the sea, and really interesting craft shops.

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