Jabal Akhdar is a mountainous region located approximately 2 hours' drive from Muscat. It's a magnificent place, between mountains and greenery, where the sun and the heat seem to have spared cultivation and vegetation.

Jabal Akhdar: the green mountains of Oman

Nizwa is one of the largest cities in the country. During your visit to Oman, don't miss out on this city packed with history and the centre of numerous activities.

Nizwa: the capital of central Oman

Salalah is the most important town in the Dhofar region, located in the south of Oman. It's a town full of resources, such as its industrial port and its frankincense supplies. Travellers can discover culture and the frankincense harvest there, beautiful buildings and even scuba dive.

Salalah, capital of Dhofar

Sur is a coastal city to the southeast of Muscat.
 It's one of the country's most important cities and an industrial hub.


Sur - the capital of dhow production - and its surrounds


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Jebel Shams (Sun Mountain) is the the Sultanate of Oman’s highest point at an altitude of 3000 meters.

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Jebel Shams is one of the Gulf’s highest peaks. Although it's relatively isolated, the road that starts in the village of Al Hamra is good, and it allows access to the summit without too much difficulty (except at the end of the trip where the road turns into a trail). As the road is good, not too crowded, and wide, it's possible to stop for picnic, admire the valley below, or simply to daydream.   At the end of the trail, a parking area lets you know that you've arrived. There are a few people who live there that sell souvenirs and crafts. You have to pass these various stalls to access a hiking trail that runs along an impressive gorge. This path is not too difficult and you can catch a ride back at any time if you feel tired. All along, the almost lunar landscape is really breathtaking. You may even see some hawks circling above the precipice. For those who love hiking and nature, Jebel Shams is really a must-do on a <a href="/oman/">stay in Oman</a>.

Jebel Shams (Sun Mountain) is the the Sultanate of Oman’s highest point at an altitude of 3000 meters.

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