Joanna James
Located in the southeast of the Arabian Peninsula, Oman is a fascinating little country full of breathtaking natural wonders and architectural as well as technological advancements. As a country, Oman is not well known to the tourist industry so here are some fascinating facts before you go.
The Sultanate of Oman has been ruled by the Omani Al Said Family since 1744. The country was mostly isolated from the rest of the world until 1970 when the former Sultan Qaboos bin Said who died in January 2020. Archaeological excavations have estimated that people were living there for over 106,000 years which makes it the oldest inhabited countries on earth.
The endangered Arabian Oryx is considered the national animal of Oman. It is a white antelope with a very unique shoulder bump, a tufted tail and long straight horns. They are mostly found in the Arab Peninsula. The locals call it a Maha and famous national Omani gas station chain is named after the Arabian Oryx.
The first university of the country is the Sultan Qaboos University which was established in 1986. It is considered one of the most prestigious universities in the world and requires very high scores in school to get in. The university is a complete town located in Al Khoud which is situated in the capital of Muscat. It is open for all Omanis and provides stores, accommodation and a grand library.
Omanis are considered some of the greatest shipbuilders in the world. Since the peninsula is strategically placed surrounded by water on the north, south and east of the country. Because it is located between the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, it makes for an excellent location for shipbuilding. The Omanis have perfected it to an art. You can learn more about it through The Luxury Travel Channel.
Another one of the luxury things to do in Oman is riding horses thanks to the Omanis being the finest breeders of Arabian horses in the world. The Arabian breed is considered to be the oldest in the world and has become the most easily distinguishable and desirable breeds. The horses are well known for their good nature and willingness to please their owners as well as their quick intelligence. They have a distinct head shape and a high tail carriage. The horses are also very fast, strong and carry themselves with a sense of refinement that their owners can boast about. As long as they are respected and well cared for, Arabian horses are considered one of the best investments in the equestrian world. The more you learn about them the more you understand why they are in such high demand and why the Omani are revered for their way with horses.
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