| Misfah al Abriyyin مسفاة العبريين | ||
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| State | Oman | |
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| Region | Al-Dakhiliyya governorate | |
| Altitude | 700 m a.s.l. | |
| Time zone | UTC 4 | |
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Misfah al Abriyyin is a city of Al-Dakhiliyya governorate in Oman.
To know
Geographical notes
Town perched on the side of the Jebel Akhdar at 700 m above sea level. A few kilometers from Al Hamra.
How to orient yourself
Misfah al Abriyyin: full screen map.The city is divided into two parts, the old (tourist) one to the north and the new one to the south. Both are separated by a road about one kilometer long that connects them.
How to get
By car
The city is connected to Al Hamra via a road that goes up and ends in the city.
How to get around
Inside the village you can only walk on foot. Also remember that there are several scales to deal with.
By car
- 1 parking area. This is the small roadside parking. It fills up easily and in case it will be necessary to leave the car at a greater distance and walk to the new part.
What see
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- 1 Panoramic point. From this point, placed in a dead end street near the new city, you can admire the old Misfah in its fullness.
- 2 Ruined tower. This tower is part of the ruined fortification system located in the upper part of the ancient village. There is no road to reach it, you have to look for a path.
- 3 Aflaj bathtub. This tank is part of the aflaj irrigation system with which the neighboring lands that are extremely fertile are irrigated. A complex open-air canal system brings water to many places in the city. Often you can see children bathing in this tub surrounded by greenery.
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Aflaj bathtub
Panorama of al Hamra
Art gallery indication
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- 4 Masjid Misfah Al Abriyen (Mosque).
- 5 Panoramic point. From this point, located in the new city, you can admire the panorama of Al Hamra located further down the valley and its surroundings.
- Al Misfah Traditional Gallery (It is accessed from an alley located in a tunnel, follow the signs). A small art gallery.
Events and parties
What to do
- Path W9. From the city passes the W9 path that climbs the mountain, excellent for day hikes and to admire the views of the surroundings.
Shopping
- 1 Misfah Honey, ☎ 968 9944 2104. Shop for the sale of honey.
How to have fun
Where to eat
Where stay
Average prices
- 1 Misfah Old House, ☎ 968 9361 1500.
- 2 Durrat Al-misfah Guest House.
High prices
- 3 At the Misfah Hospitality inn, ☎ 968 9110 4466.
Safety
At the entrance of the town, in correspondence with the tourist part, there are several signs that remind tourists of the rules of behavior: dress appropriately (not in shorts or too low-cut), ask before taking a photograph or enter a private property, respect the tranquility and not making a noise, do not dirty. These rules must be applied scrupulously because the locals regard certain freedoms as a serious affront.
How to keep in touch
Around
- Al Hamra - the largest city is located a few kilometers away where it is interesting to visit the historic center.
Other projects
Wikipedia contains an entry concerning Misfah al Abriyyin
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