Governorate of Muscat (Wilāyat Masqaṭ) is a region ofOman.
To know
Muscat Governorate is the most densely populated region in the Sultanate, the center of finance and business.
Muscat is an ancient city in its history, contemporary in its present, which has played an important role as a trading post since the beginning of the Islamic age, and is considered one of the most important commercial centers due to its distinctive and important strategic position, and in it is home to the historic and historical castles Al-Jalali and Mirani, which were the most important structures left by the Portuguese. In the capital and its states we see the wonderful blend of ancient cultural heritage and contemporary modern modern character, where you see old houses, gates and markets spreading with the original historical aura, small shops and winding narrow streets alongside. to modern white houses, modern markets, shops and wide streets with modern urban planning, which preserves the historical character of Oman.
Geographical notes
Muscat governorate is located in the north ofOman and is washed by the Gulf of Oman in the Indian Ocean. It borders to the east with the al-Batina region and to the south with the regions of al-Dakhiliyya is al-Sharqiyya.
Background
Founded 900 years ago and known for its historical role, it is an oasis of greenery, cleanliness and order, characterized by modern roads and advanced organized services.
Culture and traditions
The main religion of both the governorate and theOman, is Islam (most Muslims, are Ibadi).
Territories and tourist destinations
Governorate of Muscat: full screen map.Urban centers
How to get
How to get around
What see
There is a fortress called Al-Sifah, overlooking the sea on one side and the valley on the other. The city walls of Muscat in all previous eras they were considered the first line of defense to fortify and protect the city from attackers and enemies, as the city is surrounded by natural rocks that act as natural walls. The presence of other walls surrounded the city from the western and southern sides, which were built in 1625 AD. and on them many circular towers were erected. The northern and eastern side is protected by the Gulf of Muscat on one side and the eastern mountains on the other.
The walls of Muscat include three main entrances or gates: Bab Al-Mathaib, Al-Bab Al-Kabir, and Al-Bab Al-Saghir. The first is located in the western corner, under the Al Mirani Fort, and the second is at the far end of the western side of the walls. It serves as an entrance leading to most of the roads leading to all of Muscat's suburbs and also to the city of Matrah. The third small gate is located in the middle of the south side, and is also considered a main entrance.
There are five in Muscat ancient dwellings: Jarezah al-Sayed Nader and Sayed Abbas bin Faisal. The villages of Al-Jissah, Al-Khairan and Al-Seefah are among the coastal tourist sites with their crystal clear waters and picturesque nature, where the waves and rocks embrace each other in enchanting beauty.
In Khiran beach the lagoons overlap between the mountains erected in the blue sea. The beach in the village of Al-Sifah, southeast of the city of Muscat, is quiet and beautiful, becoming an attraction for many citizens and residents, who come here to camp on weekends and holidays.
What to do
Along the beach there are diving and boat rental activities.
At the table
Safety
Other projects
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