- Archaeological Sites
- 28 May 2020
Wubar Archaeological Site at Al Shisr, Oman (Near Salalah)
Wubar Archaeological Site is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is located in Al Shisr, some 170 kilometers North of Salalah. Who Should Visit the ruins of Wubar? Since the ruins are at 2 hours drive from Salalah, each way, it wouldn’t be on the must see list of tourist attractions. Therefore, only visitors who […]
- Archaeological Sites
- 23 Jun 2017
Al Baleed Archaeological Park Salalah – UNESCO World Heritage Site
Al Baleed Archaeological Park (also Al Balid Archeological Site) is an open air historical park in Salalah, Oman. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous for the frankincense trade port in the past. The Remains of the City of Zafar Zafar, the earlier city of the modern time city of Salalah, is from […]
- Archaeological Sites
- 26 Mar 2017
Wadi Dawkah – Natural Park of Frankincense Trees near Salalah
Wadi Dawkah is a natural park famous for its Frankincense trees and forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the Dhofar region of Oman, this stony semi-desert valley covers around five square kilometers. Moreover, the area contains one of the densest concentrations of Frankincense trees in the country. Wadi Dawkah is home […]
- Archaeological Sites
- 01 Apr 2016
Old houses in Mirbat are one of the most charming heritage attractions in southern Oman. This historic fishing town lies about 75 kilometers east of Salalah and offers visitors a glimpse into traditional coastal life through its preserved architecture and scenic surroundings. Traditional Architecture of Old Houses in Mirbat The old houses in Mirbat were […]
- Archaeological Sites
- 21 Feb 2016
Sumhuram Archaeological site – The Old Port City at Khor Rori
Sumharam is an ancient port city located on a small hill beside the creek water in the Khor Rori area. It lies on the eastern side of Salalah City, just beyond the village of Taqa. The ruins date back from the 4th century BC to the 4th century AD. Therefore, historians consider Sumharam one of […]