6 Best Sights in Oman
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We’ve compiled the best of the best in Oman - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Fort Al-Jalali
Sitting on the eastern side of Muscat's old harbour, this fort dates from 1587. It was subsequently captured by Omani forces and gradually expanded and strengthened. There are two watchtowers and a long cannon wall. It can be viewed and photographed, but visits are not allowed.
Fort Al-Mirani
On the western side of Muscat's old harbor, this fort was built by the Portuguese in 1588 on the ruins of an older fort that stood at the same site. Like Al-Jalali Fort, just accross the harbor, it can be viewed and photographed, but visits are not allowed.
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Nakhal Fort
The closest of the northern fortresses to Muscat, about 100 km (60 miles) to the southwest, is the ancestral home of the Yaruba people, builders of some of the finest fortresses in Oman. The region is lushly green and has many soothing hot springs. The fort makes for an ideal picnic spot.