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Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
                                               Out of all the things to do in Muscat, this features on the top of my
                                               list. It is the only mosque in Oman that is open to tourists and is an
                                               incredible one in terms of its architecture. Almost as awe-inspiring as
                                               the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi but built way before
                                               that one, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque boats of equally stunning
                                               interiors with an intricate hand-woven carpet and a gorgeous
                                               chandelier made of Swarovski crystals (both of which are former
                                               Guinness World Record holders) adorning its prayer hall. Traces of
                                               Egyptian, Omani and Persian architecture make for an intriguing
                                               sight, with four minarets surrounding the courtyard that encompasses
                                               the prayers halls

                                               Shop In Muttrah Souq
                                               A labyrinth of narrow alleyways with shops selling a colourful
                                               and eclectic collection of Omani souvenirs such as high-quality
                                               frankincense, pashminas, silver jewellery and khanjars, spices, pots
                                               and pans, Arabic lamps and many other accessories, a visit to Muttrah
                                               Souk is a treat for the senses, both visual and olfactory. An ancient
                                               yet vibrant market, you’ll find a lot of unique artefacts here which are
                                               related to Oman’s history and culture as well as exhibits brought to
                                               Oman from the far east countries such as India, Pakistan, Nepal and
                                               China.

                                               Al Mirani & Al Jalali
                                               Just like most other destinations, a visit to the ancient walled city as
                                               one of the top things to do in Muscat. Guarded by 2 ancient forts (Al
                                               Mirani & Al Jalali) perched on the hilltop on either side of the historical
                                               centre, this charming area is also home to several museums such as
                                               the National Museum of Oman. One of the intriguing architectural
                                               sites here is the Al Jalali Fort and although it is closed to the public for
                                               visitation, you can still admire this fortified 16-century monument from
                                               a distance. Built by the Portuguese, the fort was used to keep an eye
                                               on the port of Muscat, an important trading centre at the time.

                                               Bait Al Zubair
                                               One of the most interesting museums to visit here is the Bait Al Zubair.
                                               Home to ethnographic artefacts that reflect the lifestyle of the Omanis
                                               in ancient times, it was actually the residence of Al Zubair family
                                               before it was converted into a museum and the exhibits here were
                                               once privately owned by the family. The museum provides a window
                                               into Oman’s rich heritage and culture and also has a gift shop where
                                               you can buy several souvenirs.

                                               The dolphin and whale watching
                                               Muscat’s pristine waters are home to wild dolphins and several species
                                               of whales, especially the endangered blue whale. Cruises usually
                                               depart early morning and last for 2 hours. Several companies provide
                                               a hotel pick up and drop off along with snorkelling gear on board, for
                                               those willing to jump into the crystal clear waters and observe the sea
                                               life and swim with the turtles. Some popular companies conducting
                                               the dolphin and whale watching tours in Muscat are Coral Ocean
                                               Tours & Sidab Sea Tours. Boarding a cruise to watch the dolphins in the
                                               beautiful blue seas is one of the top things to do in Muscat.
                                               Salalah

                                               For a few months each year, Salalah, in southern Oman, is transformed
                                               by monsoon rains. The hills are verdant, the rivers swell, and deserted
                                               natural pools beg to be swum in
                                               Whether your aim is to shop up a storm or sample local cuisine, there’s
                                               no shortage of fun things to do in Salalah. This city has a range of
                                               thrilling attractions that’ll keep your itinerary full and you on the hop.
                                               No matter your interests, this place has a surprise in store for you.



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