Oman Travel Guide

Situated in the Middle East, the Sultanate of Oman is on the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It borders Saudi Arabia in the west, the United Arab Emirates in the northwest and Yemen in the southwest. The country has two external enclaves separated from it by the United Arab Emirates.

Prior to 1970 Oman was a very undeveloped nation. This changed with the ascension of Sultan Qaboos bin Said and the country has flourished in education, public works and tourism since then. Omanis are friendly and helpful people who are proud of their country’s rapid progress. Tourists should always respect the traditions and culture of the Omani people.

Travellers are in for a feast of wonderful images afforded by the beautiful and enigmatic country of Oman. There are mountain villages clutched against canyon walls, amazing sand dunes, camels padding across the limitless interior and clusters of dates weighing heavy on the many plantation oases. In Muscat (the capital) there are very few high-rise buildings instead there’s an abundance of forts that have been meticulously restored, and ancient crafts such as weaving are actively supported. Oman is somewhere to experience Islamic culture at its best together with hospitality, practical piety and friendly locals.