Oman is… a local treasure

Oman is… a local treasure

A trip to Oman is like opening an ornate door to a realm of age-old hospitality, mythology and mysticism.

Open a door to Oman, step over the threshold and you’ll feel like you’ve entered an exotic world of adventure and character. We explore the key pillars that you will find when you open a door to Oman.

Equally fascinating as Oman’s natural elements, but much less silent, are Oman’s markets or souqs where commerce lights way.

A journey through Oman will inevitably lead you to a merchant tending goods that have stopped you in your tracks. Friendly haggling is expected and the deal done with a smile.

The souqs of Oman are lively warrens of rosewater, frankincense, spice, gold, silver and myrrh. As for souvenirs, jewellery and fabric are take-home requisites.

Dark Omani honey and traditional metal coffee urns are also prized, as are local perfumes whose floral or woody notes will magically transport you back when you catch the scent at home.

For even more noise, colour and deals done at the speed of light, Muscat’s Mutrah Fish Market is an authentic slice of local life. The morning’s catch shimmers on display, and within minutes it will be cleaned, filleted and packaged ready for the pan.

Oman is also wild at heart, a grand adventurefull of ancient paths, and a place of total indulgence.

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