Top cities in Oman

7. IBRI

Though fairly remote, Ibri is the largest town in the Al Dhahirah region of Oman. The village has experienced rapid growth in recent times due to its proximity to Oman's limited oil fields and being the first real town after the border crossing at Al Ain (UAE) / Buraimi (Oman).
 

Further growth may be in store as there are plans to construct a road from Ibri into Saudi Arabia. It would still be quite a haul as Ibri rests on the cusp of the Empty Quarter, just beyond the Hajar mountains of Oman.

The village is known for its goat hair rugs (identified by black and red stripes) as well as traditional dancing, though the latter is waning. Facilities and attractions are both limited in this way station to Oman, but it is the home of a decent souk, a camel racetrack and the Al Sulaif ruins.

8. KHASAB

Khasab is an incredible small village located in the wee province of Oman completely separate from the rest of the nation by a swath of the United Arab Emirates. There are only two paved roads in the province, but it is a popular destination to catch a dhow ride to enjoy the waters of Musandam.

Only modern accommodations here are the Golden Tulip, but it is a recommended visit as the entire landscape is other-wordly!

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