Joanna James
With crystal clear waters, scenic mountains, untouched beaches, and impressive wadis, Salalah will have plenty of attractions to impress leisure travellers from all around the world. Located in the Arabian Gulf, Salalah experiences warm weather year-round. Read on to know how you can explore this beautiful destination.
Grand Mosque wins the hearts of all travellers who visit this part of the world and undoubtedly it is one of the best things to do in Muscat. One speciality of this mosque is that it's one of the very few mosques in Oman that allow non-Muslim people to enter. However, one should be aware of the rules before visiting this place. For instance, kids are not allowed to enter prayer rooms. The 14-metre-long chandelier which is located in the men's prayer hall is an impressive creation and it holds 24-carat gold plating and 600 000 bright Swarovski crystals. If you are staying at one of the many hotels in Muscat the likes of Avani Muscat Hotel, it will take a 35-minute drive to reach the place.
What better way to start your journey than by spending some time at a mesmeric beach? Make a visit to Mughsail Beach to soak up its amazing climate and breathtaking scenery. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture wonderful images on the scenic beach and mesmerizing mountain views. Before reaching the beach, you will get the opportunity to smell the aroma of holy incense and view the popular frankincense trees of Oman. You will certainly be astonished to see the stunning surroundings of the beach. If you do not prefer watersports, simply lie down, and feel the warm weather and immerse in serene surroundings.
Located in the South of Oman, Taqah Castle is undoubtedly one of the best castles to visit. Its history runs back to the 19th Century making this wonderful creation an important asset in the history of Oman. Despite its year's old history, still, this castle seems new compared to some of the forts such as Bahla, Nakhal and Nizwa. Once this castle has been used as a private residence of a tribal leader. However, it became the property of the government in the first half of the 20th Century welcoming people from all around the world to visit the place.
Located near Al Mughsail Beach in Salalah, this is the best place to soak up the natural surroundings. It's located 40 KM away from Salalah and ranked as one of the top 10 attractions in the Indian Ocean. Staying different from a particular cave, this cave does not have a hallow or an opening space. The surrounding mountains, blowholes and the beach together make wonderful scenery.
How about going on a boat trip to soak up breathtaking natural surroundings? Don't forget to experience a boat ride on a local wooden Omani boat to catch a glimpse of the mesmeric beaches of Salalah and scenic mountain views. Be it a long or a short trip, this boat trip will offer you one-of-a-kind experience to spot some of the best views Dhofar and Salalah region.
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