10 Must See Sites In Oman

Majlis Al Jinn – Jebel Bani Jabir

Located within the Jebel Bani Jabir in the Al Sahrqiya region of Oman is an impressive site made up of three deep shafts, one of which leads to the infamous Majlis Al Jinn chambers, or the second largest cave in the world. This huge underground cave is large enough to hold a large building and more. Up until recently it was quite difficult to reach the cave by car, so curious visitors had to hike or take donkeys to a nearby village to get there. The Arabic term ‘jinn’ which makes up part of the cave’s name, can be translated into English as ‘spirits’, making it all sound very eerie; but this is fascinating site that should not be missed. It is, however, the meeting place of spirits according to local legends.

City Of Sur

The city of Sur is a coastal and ancient port town that is around 300 km away from Muscat. Sur was actually one of the regions occupied by the Portuguese back in the 16th century. This historic port played a crucial role in the trade relations between the Sultanate of Oman India, Africa and East Asia, in addition to it being known as a great shipbuilding town. The port saw many different kinds of products at its peak, such as luscious fabrics, spices and even certain gems and stones. Sur today has many different kind of sites to visit, including forts, a turtle beach and a turtle reserve, in addition to the Maritime Museum and the old shipyards.

Royal Opera House In Muscat

Although it cannot be considered as a historical landmark, having opened only in 2011, the Royal Opera House in Muscat is definitely a prominent arts and culture venue. The Sultan of Oman Qabous Bin Said has always been fond of the arts and classical music. Being one of its kind in the whole region, the institution hosts different shows and artists from all over the world. Plácido Domingo, Andrea Bocelli and Yo Yo Ma are just some of the names that performed at the exquisite location. The opera’s remarkable architecture is a fusion of contemporary architecture with historical Omani architectural styles and is a must-see design attraction when visiting Muscat.

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