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Oman at a Glance

Oman, a nation on the Arabian Peninsula, has terrain encompassing desert, riverbed oases and long coastlines on the Persian (Arabian) Gulf, Arabian Sea and Gulf of Oman. Wahiba Sands is a region of dunes inhabited by Bedouins. The port capital, Muscat, is home to the massive, contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, and the old waterfront Muttrah quarter, with a labyrinthine souk and busy fish market.
Area309501 Square KilometersCapitalMuscatPopulation3.63 MillionOfficial LanguagesArabicCurrencyOmani rialTime DifferenceIndia is 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of OmanISD Code968BoundaryOman is a country situated in Southwest Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Oman, and Persian Gulf, between Yemen and United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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    Valid for use within six months from the date of issuance. Valid for staying in the country for a period not exceeding thirty days from the date of entry. Number of trips: one trip only. May be extended for a similar period.

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    Bahla Fort lies in Bahla State in Dakiliya region. Since 1987, its name has been included in the World Heritage Sites List. Bahla Fort includes: Bahla Oasis with its traditional souks, old alleys, ancient mosques and its wall that extends over a distance of approximately 13 kilometres and whose construction dates back to the pre-Islamic era. Originally, Bahla Fort was built in the third millennium BC. The length of its South façade is about 112 metres, while its eastern façade is about 114 metres. It is evident that Bahla Wall that extends over a distance of 12 kilometres, with its terraces, apertures for opening fire and guards houses had been designed for defence purposes.

    The culture of Oman is steeped in the religion of Islam. Oman has developed its own subsect of Islam, known as Ibadhism, however other strands of Islam such as Sun

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    Although Omani cuisine varies within different regions of Oman, most dishes across the country have a staple of curry, cooked meat, rice, and vegetables. Soups are also common and are usually made from chicken, lamb, and vegetables.

  • Ruz al mudhroub

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    A special rice dish served with fried fish.

  • Maqdeed

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    Dried shredded meat, often served at festivals.

  • Muqalab

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    Tripe cooked with crushed or ground spices.

  • Muqalab

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    Tripe cooked with crushed or ground spices.

  • Halwa

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    A sticky, gelatinous sweet made from dates or sugar and flavoured with saffron, cardamom and rosewater; nuts and preserved fruits are often added.

  • National Day

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    One of the most important celebration is the National Day, which occurs annually on 18th of November.
    On this day, they decorate the streets with flags and the firework lights the sky.

  • Eid al Fitr

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    Eid al Fitr (‘Feast of the breaking of the fast’ ) & Eid al Adha are two important religious feasts in Oman as well as the Islamic world.

  • The Muscat Festival

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    The Muscat Festival is the most popular festival, it is a celebration of Omani culture, history and traditions. It is an annual event held in Muscat , the capital city of Oman , and it is usually happening in February.

  • Salalah’s Tourism Festival

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    Salalah’s Tourism Festival runs from mid-July to late-August and it is quiet common among the Gulf nationals.
    This festival offers a various kinds of activities like cultural, art, sport, heritage, contest and shopping activities. There are so many dancers perform displays of music and dance on this day.

  • Camel Race

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    Sultan Camel Race Cup is an annual National Camel Races Festival to encourage one of the traditional and ancient Omani sport and impress upon Oman’s glorious history.