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HERITAGE
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A legacy that has been passed on from
generation to generation; the art, the culture, the folklore
and the artistry has to be seen. An ancient sea-faring
manuscriptBut there is much more in the heart of Oman to
explore: the sense of respect for time, for people, and for
nature.Come and taste a part of Oman's rich heritage, kept
alive and uncganged for generations. It may help you
understand tomorrow a little better.
For its size, Oman boasts an unprecedented number of
UNESCO-classified World Heritage Sites including Bat—with its
tombs dating back 3,000 years, the Fort of Bahla, and the
majestic Frankincense Route which commences from Dhofar and
includes Al-Blaid; site of the ancient city of Zafar, Khawr
Rawri, Shisr and Wadi Dukah.
Oman's heritage features a prominent sea-faring tradition, as
one would expect from a country with 3,165 Km of coastline.
Many museums and galleries around the secluded and historic
harbours of Muscat and Muttrah illuminate the importance of
the sea and, indeed, of water generally, throughout Oman's
5,000 year-old history.
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CULTURE
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If you are someone who has an
understanding and appreciation of history, arts, architecture
and the intricacies of a civil soceity, Oman is the place for
you. From the ancient city of Nizwa to the towns along the
coast to the Capital to Salalalah, all seeped in history, you
can experience Oman's sense of timelessness.
The mosque of Asma'a Bint Abi-BakrThe Sultanate enjoys an
unspoiled culture and traditional lifestyle in almost every
aspect. Even in its modernity, Oman is distinctly Arabic and
offers many unique old-world wonders.
The Omani culture has its roots firmly deep in the Islamic
religion. Oman developed its own particular form of Islam,
called Ibadhism, after its founder, Abdullah ibn Ibadh who
lived during the 7th century AD. Not all Omanis are Ibadhis
however; there are also Sunni and Shi'a Muslims. Omanis are
not only tolerant of the beliefs of different Muslim
divisions, they are also tolerant towards believers of other
faiths, who are allowed to practice their religion in churches
and temples.
Muslims are required to pray five times each day after the
call to prayer by the Imam. Beautiful, ornate mosques are
found throughout the Sultanate, but they are not open to
non-Muslim visitors. The holy month of Ramadhan is a time of
fasting and praying. For around 29 to 30 days each Islamic
year, Muslims refrain from smoking, eating and drinking during
the hours of fasting (from sunrise to sunset). Ramadhan
advances 10 to 11 days each year as it is governed by the
lunar calendar. Out of respect, non-Muslim residents and
visitors to the Sultanate are expected to observe the same
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