Muscat (Arabic: مسقط, Masqaṭ pronounced [ˈmasqatˤ]) is the capital and largest metropolitan city of Oman. It is also the seat of government and largest city in the Governorate of Muscat. Muscat is also considered as a Global City. According to the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), the total population of Muscat Governorate reached 1.28 million as of September 2015. The metropolitan area spans approximately 3,500 km (1,400 sq mi) and includes six provinces called wilayats. Known since the early 1st century CE as an important trading port between the west and the east, Muscat was ruled by various indigenous tribes as well as foreign powers such as the Persians, the Portuguese Empire and the Ottoman Empire at various points in its history. A regional military power in the 18th century, Muscat's influence extended as far as East Africa and Zanzibar. As an important port-town in the Gulf of Oman, Muscat attracted foreign tradesmen and settlers such as the Persians and the Balochis. Since the ascension of Qaboos bin Said as Sultan of Oman in 1970, Muscat has experienced rapid infrastructural development that has led to the growth of a vibrant economy and a multi-ethnic society.
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Visited as part of a tour from cruise ship, It was absolutely stunning, the architecture, chandeliers, carpet, etc etc. Well worth a visit although for non muslims you cannot visit during prayer times. Ladies must be appropriately dressed, with hair/head covered, shoulders and arms to the handsand legs covered to the feet. Men generally wear normal casual wear, shoes must be removed before entering the Mosque rooms. Definitely a must to visit just to admire the sheer splendour inside and out.
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Muscat coastal tours, Dolphin and whale watching, Sunset tours, Snorkelling trips, Game fishing, Day camping, overnight beach camping at Bandar Khayran, Transfer services, Dolphin Watching, Dolphin watching , snorkeling, fishing Trips, Island excursions, Coastal boat trips, sunset boat trips, sunset dhow cruise, dhow dinner cruise.
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Exclusively Private, Tailor Made, Personalized Travel Services in Oman. We specializing in day tours, multi-days history and culture tours, hiking & trekking tours, 4WD customized adventures with an experience local tour guides fully licensed from Ministry of Tourism in Oman.
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Sunshine Tours is one of the leading tour brands based in Muscat, Oman. Our team is built strong with Omani and European staff alike who know local tourism like no other. Our guides are fluent in several languages and aware of the common needs of tourists and what they are looking for. We here at Sunshine Tours are constantly looking for new activities, routes, and adventures to take our tour
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A tour company specializing in day tours, multi-day treks, and customized adventures, all with the expertise of local guides
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Daymaniat Shells Sea Tours is offering a wide range of sea tours in muscat. we offer snorkeling at the daymaniat Islands, private trips, dolphin watching tours, sunset cruises and overnight trips at the daymaniat islands.
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We are an adventure hub based in the Sultanate of Oman, enjoying the amazing playground we have on our backdoor. 23.5859° N, 58.4059° E twenty3 extreme is a combination of the latitude positioning of Muscat and the adventurous side of The Sultanate of Oman, symbolising the connection between this beautiful, unspoilt landscape and our thirst for extreme activities.
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Greetings from Extra Divers Qantab! Our Centre is located in the Marina of Shangri-la / Barr Al Jissah, which can be easily reached by car or hotel transfer. Our daily dive schedule is as follows: 08:15 – approx. 13.00 (two dives), 14:30 – approx. 17.00 (one dive and snorkelers may also join this trip). Come to discover 'our' underwater world: from the little nudibranches to a multitude of different fish species, to rays, turtles and sharks , on amazing different coral reefs ; from Fahal island to Bandar Khayran area, all dive sites are suitable for all levels and experience, from beginners through to the more experienced divers. (Daymanyat islands on request). Our Centre also offers Diving courses, Dolphin Watching tours and Snorkeling tours! Kindly reserve in advance your place on our boats. EDQ Team is waiting for you!
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Muscat NatureTours Welcomes You to Oman Ahlan Wa Sahlan Muscat Nature Tours Provide a range of tours, designed for you according to your stay – in addition, we can customize private tours to meet your requirements, just tell us what you need and we will take care of the rest. If your vacation interests are mountains, desert, history, heritage and nature, Wadi or Beaches the Sultanate of Oman has it all.
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Hormuz Adventure specializes in chartered sea tours custom tailored to fit your requirements, and conveniently operating from Al Mouj Marina, Oman’s premier flagship facility. Hormuz Adventure can create an experience just right for you with our safety and adventure certified captains! Our signature trip heads out to the Damanyiat Islands for a day of swimming, snorkeling, and barbecue.
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