Salalah, Oman

More about Salalah, Oman Points of Interest

• Al Balid -

  Al Balid, an ancient merchant city dating back to the 12th century, was once surrounded by water. Visitors can see evidence of a grand mosque, palace, houses, tombs and ancient frankincense trees.

• Al Husn Souk -

  The bustling Al Husn Souk is a lively and popular market, where hundreds of traders sell exotic spices, frankincense (an aromatic resin), gold, silver, perfumed oils and local handcrafted goods.

• Frankincense Trail -

  Salalah's most famous export, frankincense, dates back to the days of ancient Egypt. Visit the ports and the desert wadi (valley), to photograph the fabled trees that yields this prized sap.

• Al Husn Palace -

  Al Husn Palace is the personal residence of His Majesty the Sultan of Oman, and although it is half hidden behind towering walls, you will still be able to gauge the magnificence of this building.

• Job's Tomb -

  Job's Tomb is a sacred place of pilgrimage for Muslims, Christians and Jews, and according to legend, the remains of the Muslim and the Old Testament prophet Job can be found here.

• Samhurum -

  Samhurum, situated beside charming Khawr Rawri beach, is home to an ancient city that traded frankincense and dates back to 100 BC. It boasts the remains of what is known as Queen Sheba's Palace.

• Taqa -

  Taqa, a delightful fishing village, attracts visitors who want to view its ancient fort that is surrounded by watchtowers, and also the typical white stone houses, where the local fisherman live.

• Beaches -

  Salalah boasts a beautiful coastline. Head to Mughsail Beach, where magnificent high cliffs frame the two-mile long white sandy beach, and view the beach's spectacular rocky "Blow Holes".