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As the temperature begins to drop and the climate becomes milder, the coastal areas of the Sultanate see large influx of seabirds. Whoever visits the coastal areas during this time will notice large...

The falaj of Wadi Qurai snakes around the mountain slopes. It is a fine example of ancient Oman’s prowess in harnessing water for drinking and farming in difficult terrains. The falaj is the...

An explosion in myna bird population may cause extinction of other bird species, and destroy fruits and vegetable crops, cautioned biodiversity experts in the Sultanate. They pointed out that the bird...

Wadi Hawer casts a magic spell on you with a combination of huge boulders, crystal clear blue pools and beautiful waterfalls. It is a fantastic wadi for swimming, diving and climbing.The gorgeous Wadi...

If you are itching for respite from the scorching summer and relax in the company of splendid nature, here is a location which is just 2 hours of drive from Muscat. Welcome to Wadi Al Hoqain home to...

The ancient buildings of Oman narrate political, social and architectural history of the Sultanate. What distinguishes these old residential neighborhoods is their architectural style, which is built...

With the temperatures crossing 40 degrees Celsius in the coastal areas of the Sultanate, the breeding season of bridled tern (Onychoprion anaethetus) has started under the hot and humid weather.During...

Samayil in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate is dotted with historically important sites. Having played a The wilayat which dates back to the pre-Islamic era, has more than its fair share of stories to tell...

The Sultanate is blessed with rich biodiversity which holds many health and environmental benefits.Al Shakhar of Calotropis procera is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae that is...

Water resources in Oman vary according to the characteristics of the geographical, climatic and geological environment of different governorates. The Sultanate is unique with its water springs and...