Al Sawadi Beach at Baraka in Al Batina South Governorate is about 70 km away from Muscat and is characterized by beautiful rock islands. There are several aquatic sports on the beach with all the necessary equipment.

Al Batinah South

Al Sawadi Beach

Wadi Bani Kharus is located in Wilayat AlAwabi of Al Batina South governorate. Among the most tourist-attractive features of this wadi, we can mention the fabulous sceneries, amazing flora and fauna, and pleasant breeze. The type of activities that you can enjoy in this area are going to the mountains of Stal village, spending interesting hours in the market gardens of Sana village, and visiting the ancient aqueduct in Ain Karfas

Wadi Bani Kharus

All you need are here in Al Rustaq Souq. This is a good place to get familiar with culture and history and enjoy delicious food. You can find different stuff such as blacksmithing, folk remedies, palm leaves, silver, and different agricultural crops. There is also a vast area dedicated to sheep and livestock selling

Ar Rustaq Souq

Al Hazm fort, one of the most beautiful Omani forts, is located in Wilayat Ar Rustaq in Al Batinah South Governorate. It was renovated and restored and changed into a high potential tourism attraction due to its unique architecture and solid defense features. It is open from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM every day except on Fridays. You can visit al Hazm Fort from 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM on Fridays.

Al Hazm Fort

Nakhal Fort also known as Husn Al Heem, is located in Wilayat Nakhal in Wadi Raqeem of Al Batina South Governorate. It is 120 km away from the west of Muscat. You can enjoy the scenic view due to the several palm trees surrounding it. The Ministry of Tourism operated a museum in the fort which represents historic guns. 

Nakhal Fort

Alkasfah hot spring is located in Wilayat Ar Rustaq of Al Batinah South Governorate and is about 170 km away from Muscat. It is believed that the hot spring has a mountainous source. The temperature varies in different hot springs; about 45 degrees in Al Kasfah. There are some beneficial properties such as treating Rheumatism and skin diseases due to the high level of Sulfat content. As for other features of this hot spring, we can mention PH 7.62, Calcium 100.40, and Magnesium 25.73. 

Alkasfah Hot Spring

Khawr AlBatah Lagoon, the largest lagoon in Ash Sharqiyah South Governorate, extends about 3 kilometers and has an important role for fishing vessels and commercial ports where various types of ships anchor.

Ash Sharqiyah South

Khawr AlBatah Lagoon

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Balad Sayt is one of the traditional villages located between the mountains in Ad Dakhiliya and Al Batinah governorates in Oman. It’s is about 40 km away from Wilayat Al Hamra and Wilayat Ar Rustaq in Ad Dakhiliya Governorate. The mountainous location, rugged roads, and agricultural terraces multiply its tourism attraction. 

Ad Dakhiliyah

Traditional Balad Sayt Village

Barr Al Hikman is located about 500 km south of Muscat in Al Wusta Governorate. Bird-watching is among the most interesting entertainments on this Island because many specious migrated birds rest in this area.

Al Wusta

Barr Al Hikman Island

Khor Ruri is the largest reserve in the Dhofar Governorate of Oman. It contains the Khawr Ruri, also known as Samharah, which is an important and attractive place for tourists. There are important ruins dating back to ancient times. The Khawr had an essential role in importing frankincense during the past time. It has a special status not only as a nature reserve but also as an important heritage reserve. There are lots of fish, birds, and plants living there which help the biological balance. 

Dhofar

Khor Ruri Lagoon

Although it is called the Children’s Museum, it is suitable for all ages to see the animated version of science and technology and perceive their vital role in our lives. The museum is located in Al Qurum area of Muscat governoration

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