Land of contrasts

As the sun rises over the desert in the Rub' al Khali (Empty Quarter), myriad colours wash ...
The Arabian camel, known as the Omani camel within the Sultanate of Oman, is a single-humped ...
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In pictures: the nomadic way of life in Oman’s deserts

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In pictures: celebrating the traditions of Oman

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Oman on four wheels: discover the ultimate coastal road trip itinerary

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A guide to exploring Oman’s monumental mountain scenery

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Ridges, ripples and vast swathes of sand: how to discover Oman’s deserts

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How to explore northern Oman’s most famous sites, from Muscat to the remote Musandam Peninsula

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Meet the different faces of Oman

The people of Oman

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Meet Abdulfattah Ahmed Al Shehhi, the fisherman who grew up on the waters of Oman's Musandam Peninsula

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Into Oman's Hajar mountains: Meet the climber Hamid Alshabnooti

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Meet Nader Al Aisari, the Omani celebrity chef behind the country's fine-dining trend

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Salalah: Say goodbye to the desert

Discover more of Oman

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Insights into the Omani way of life

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Sleep: Oman's best places to stay

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Salalah: Wedding crasher

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Muscat: souks, smells and superyachts

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Dhofar: Where leopards roam

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Adventure: Oman's adrenaline-inducing activities

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Places: These Omani landscapes are out of this world

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Wildlife: Where to spot Oman's big five

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Coastal wonders: The best of Oman’s beaches

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Oman: From mountains to coastline

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Historical masterpieces: Sites that bring Oman’s past to life

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