Relaxing Wadi Bani Khalid

After the trekking in the JebelShams and Jebel Akhdar where incredibly beautiful canyons provided us with breathtaking impressions, we thought that we couldn’t possibly find anything more spectacular in the Omani mountains. Next day, we drove to Wadi Bani Khalid – a canyon with small emerald lakes ...

Another trekking in Al Jabal al Akhdar

ANANTARA AL.  JABAL AL AKHDAR  RESORT  This is what is written about one of the highest located hotel in the world: „A rare jewel in the rocky contours of the Saiq Plateau on Oman’s fabled Green Mountain, our unique retreat perches 2,000 metres above sea level on the curving rim of a great canyon....

The Nizwa Fort

„The Nizwa Fort is a large castle in Nizwa. It was built in the 1650s by the second Ya’rubi Imam; Imam Sultan Bin Saif Al Ya'rubi. It is Oman's most visited national monument. The fort was the administrative seat of authority for the presiding Imams and Walis in times of peace and conflict.  The ...

Bahla and Jabreen Forts

For a while we say goodbye to the mountains and begin to explore the historical forts. The Bahla Fort - a powerful fortress built of clay, located at the Bahla oasis. The first fortress built probably by Persiaans, was conquered and destroyed w1610 year. The current fort was built in the seventeent...

Cozy Misfah al Abrin

And now, another example of a  city from the old times: Misfah al Abrin. It is one of the most beautiful places in Oman, according to all sources. A small town built like Al Hambra, spreads on the top of the mountain and is immersed in the green vegetation. The town lives its own rhythm and kindly...

A ghost quarter in the city of Al Hamra

After more than a five-hour "running" in the mountains, it's time for a meal. In the city of Al Hambra we are looking for a  restaurant and decide to go "Hindu". A big choice is not there, and for us vegetarians can only eat fish. This is not a country for meat-free people, but there's always somet...

Trekking in the Jebel Shams

Early in the morning, ourcars climb up to a height of 3000m. We are in the range Jemel Shams. We trek down one of the walls of the canyon to the half its height, following the so-called "Balcony". We enjoy the views of the canyon, which "knocks us down" with its beauty. Well, the photos are just ...

Sunrise in the mountains

A short night before enjoying the mountains Jemel Shams. There is a considerable effort expecting us. We are trying to encourage ourselves  - you know how. But beware! It's a secret! In Oman it is punishable to possess alcohol !! Sunsrises at 6:45 and at 08:00 we set off for the mountain trek.