Nizwa was the capital of Oman in the 6th and 7th centuries AD. It was a center of trade, religion, education and art. Today it remains one of the most popular tourist attractions with its historical buildings and imposing fort built in the mid-17th century.
8-9 hours
Daily Tour
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4 people
This wonderful journey starts by picking you up from your hotel and depart early from Muscat heading towards the al Dakhiliyah region. On the way we can make photo short stops upon your wish. It takes about 1.5 hours to reach the precious historic center of Nizwa to see the Nizwa Fortress, which offers splendid views of this ancient town and the surrounding mountains. One can walk around in this impressive fortress and visit its many rooms, passages and famed 40m-tall round tower with 360-degree cannon view. you can also take a walk around the souk market ‘Nizwa Souq’ where the local vendors offers home locally crafted goods such as pottery, jewelry, handicrafts and souvenirs.
Then we will head to Al Hamra governorate which is one of the oldest best-preserved towns of Oman, having been established in the 17th century during the Ya'arubi dynasty. One can enjoy walking to the old houses built on top of solid rocks through a winding stone streets and rows of traditional mud-brick homes under the shadow of the palm trees. It is really an exceptional experience to visit the home of the Bait Al Safah living museum and see the locals practice the traditions, norms and roles of the Omani people in the past such as how women bake traditional bread, how they made flour, and how they made oils from different nuts and how they used to roast coffee beans and grind them the feel will take you hundreds of years back.