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Muscat / Oman

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Gazebos along the Mutrah Corniche waterfront in Muscat, Oman, beside the sea. — "The Mutrah Corniche" by Francisco Anzola, licensed under CC BY 2.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/), via Wikimedia Commons. Author Francisco Anzola · CC BY 2.0 File source

When to visit 1

When should I visit Muscat, Oman, for the best experience?Visit from November through March, when daytime highs sit roughly between 78°F and 87°F instead of the summer peak above 104°F, and plan outdoor walks for early morning…

Things to do 1

What are the most worthwhile things to do in Muscat on a first visit?Begin at Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in the morning, then spend the late afternoon in Old Muscat and Mutrah, because the mosque's visitor window is short and the old…

Food and drink 1

Where should I eat in Muscat, and which local food or drink is worth trying?Seek out shuwa for a feast meal, halwa with kahwa in the souq, and grilled fish near the waterfront, because those three cover Oman's underground oven, its sweet…

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