OMAN
Oman has many beautiful beaches. The mountains in Oman are stunning. The Oman desert is impressive. Oman has many well-preserved historic forts and castles.
Main Destinations
Oman has many beautiful beaches. The mountains in Oman are stunning. The Oman desert is impressive. Oman has many well-preserved historic forts and castles. Misfit al Abrien, Mariah Island, Bahle, Salalah, Jebel Akhdar, Ras al Janz, Musandam Fjords, Wahiba Sands, Nizwa, Muscat
The Location
Oman, a country occupying the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula at the confluence of the Persian Gulf and the Arabian Sea.
Much of the country’s interior falls within the sandy, treeless, and largely waterless region of the Arabian Peninsula known as the Rub al-Khali. The region is still the domain of Bedouin nomads, although today it is also crisscrossed by oil and gas pipelines.
In contrast to the stark interior, the coastal regions are much more hospitable. Oman’s lush northern coast lies between the sea and inland mountains. This verdant, fertile region is known for its grapes and other produce, as is the Dhofar region in the country’s south. The capital, Muscat, lies along the northern coast. Blending modern and traditional architecture, the city commands a view of the Gulf of Oman and serves as a port and commercial center.
Main Airport
Muscat International Airport, formerly Seeb International Airport, is the main international airport in Oman and is located in Seeb, 32 km from the old city and capital Muscat within the Muscat metropolitan area.
Capital City
Muscat, Oman’s port capital, sits on the Gulf of Oman surrounded by mountains and desert. With a history dating back to antiquity, it mixes high-rises and upscale shopping malls with clifftop landmarks such as the 16th-century Portuguese forts, Al Jalali and Mirani, looming over Muscat Harbor. Its modern, marble-clad Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, with a 50m dome and prodigious Persian carpet, can accommodate 20,000 people.
Language Spoken
Arabic is the official language of Oman. There are several dialects of Arabic spoken, all part of the Peninsular Arabic family: Dhofar Arabic - also knowns as Dhofar & Zoofari - spoken in Salalah and the surrounding coastal regions.
Currency
OMR is the currency code for the Omani rial. The OMR is the national currency of the Sultanate of Oman, located on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. The Omani rial is made up of 1,000 Baisa.
Emergency Calls
You can call 9999, which is the national emergency hotline for Oman.
Peak Season
October to March
High season in Oman coincides with pleasant temperatures ranging from about 15°C (60°F) to 30°C (85°F). These months see little to no rainfall, making it an ideal time for enjoying outdoor events and festivals, such as the Muscat Festival in January.
Low season
June to September — Summer / Low Season
Except for Salalah, which has a moderate climate during these months, the rest of the country will be dangerously arid and dry. Highlights: If you still wish to visit Oman during these months, you should head to the mountains.
Temperature
Average annual temperature ranges from 10°C to 12°C in the north while ranging from 16°C to 18°C in the south. Annual average rainfall ranges from 150 mm to 300 mm in the north while ranging from 50 mm to 150 mm in the south.