Oman, or the Sultanate of Oman is a nation of Southwest Asia. Oman is situated
on the southeaster coast of the Arabian Peninsula. It is one of the most popular
tourist destinations in the world. There are many tourist attractions and places
of interest in Oman. Sightseeing in Oman is always a unique experience. There
are many Popular Destinations in Oman. No wonder that sightseeing in Oman
attracts tourists in large numbers from different parts of the world. There are
numerous Oman Museums, Oman Parks and Gardens, Oman Festivals and Events that
make your tour to Oman a memory to cherish forever.
Some of the well known attractions of sightseeing in Oman are sites like Al
Jalali and Al Mirani Forts in Muscat, Al Alam Royal Palace in Muscat, Sultan
Qaboos Grand Mosque in Muscat, Watchtower in Muscat, Dolphin Boat Trips in Muscat
and Qurum Beach in Oman.
One of the most famous tourist destinations in Oman is Muscat. These twin forts
lie by the side of the Sultan's Al Alam Palace. These marvelous edifices used
to serve as fortress in order to protect the old city and Muscat harbor from
intruders.
Guests can go for a visit of the Al Alam Royal Palace in Muscat. This edifice
was built in the year 1972. The construction boasts of blue pillars that are
wrapped in wrought iron and the edges are green. The frontal view gives a golden
tinge to the onlookers. Though tourists are not allowed to enter the site, the
edifice is highly impressive from the outside.
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Muscat is another significant part of sightseeing
of Oman. The mosque is apread over a sprawling area of 416,000 square meters.
The entire structure has been built from approximately 300,000 ton of Indian
sandstone. One of the unique characteristics of the interior is that the floor
of the prayer hall is covered with prayer carpet.
Apart from these places, tourists also enjoy visiting the beautiful parks,
gardens and museums of Oman. The festivals and occasions add more color to the
experience of sightseeing in Oman.
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