After hours of scouring through hundreds of countries on the world map to identify the perfect location for a vacation with an unparalleled experience, the answer lay right in front of my eyes hidden in plain sight.
A beautiful Arab State in southwest Asia on the southeast coast of the Arabian Peninsula bordering the mouth of the Persian Gulf. It was the Oman Empire !
The country where the great sailor Sinbad began his epic journeys from the coastal oasis of Sohar thus beginning the tales of the Arabian Nights
With an irresistible and a stirring history that combines the rich Bedouin tradition , extraordinary forts and other traditional architecture. ,Oman’s diverse natural beauty by itself is the main trump card and a paradise for those who visit it. Here you’ll find long stretches of pristine raw beaches, the ramparts of mountain ranges and the perfectly sculpted sands of the fabled Empty Quarter. Esp if you’re an adventure lover, there’s no better place in the world where you’d want to be other than Oman
Oman has got something for almost everyone, be it scuba diving , camel racing, trekking in the cliffs of the gorgeous Oman valleys or rock climbing in the rugged mountains to up to nearly 3000 metres , or scuba diving in the the most prominent diving areas around the capital
Listing the varied things to do in Oman and reasons to visit , it could be an endless exercise but if I were to summarize the Top 10 of them , here’s what I do :
Top 10 reasons why you should visit Oman
1. One of the most beautiful countries in the world , and definitely rated one of the top tourist destinations in the world
2. To experience the Arabian jewel in the Middle East with a rich blend of history , culture
3.To experience the vast Arabian deserts and indulge in some awesome dune bashing in a 4*4
4. Budget Friendly for travelers across all countries including India
5. A plethora of Archaeological sites including forts , museums and caves
6. Extremely beautiful secluded beaches
7. Nearly 20 + diving spots in the country and indulge in scuba diving as well in the beautiful ocean
8. Absolutely gigantic mountain cliffs, rocks and valleys to spellbound any person in the world
9. To Experience and photograph the breathtaking Omani Architecture
10. Shopping in Souks : From khanjars to framed silverwork, gold and spices, this labyrinth of alleyways in Oman Souks are endless and you can never get tired of shopping for more
To top it all Oman is regarded one of the most safest , peaceful countries in the world, esp for Tourism
Top 10 Things to Do in Oman