Ad Dakhiliyah has a distinctive location on the western slopes of the Al Hajar
mountains toward the desert in the South. The governorate had an important role
in linking the coast to the interior of Oman, the main trade route and a meeting
place for caravans of many centuries.
There are some popular and must-visit attractions in the governorate called Nizwa
fort, Misfat Al Arbayeen, Jebel Akhdar, Bahla fort, Birkat Al Mouz ruins, and Jibreen
castle.
Among the things to do in Ad Dakhiliyah, we can mention visiting historic sites such
as Jibreen castle, Misfat Al Arbayeen village, and Harat Al Bilad; shopping centers
such as Nizwa Souq, Lulu Hyper Market, Nizwa Grand Mall; enjoying the nature in
Wadi Ghul, Oman’s Grand Canyon, Al Hoota cave, Snake canyon, and Wadi Nakhr
canyon; going on Nizwa and Al Hamra tours, visiting Nizwa fort, Al Hamra Village,
Hajar mountains, the highest peak of Jebel Shams, walking in the traditional Souq,
and etc. There are different kinds of stuff including fish, meat, vegetables, pottery,
jewelry, handicrafts, and souvenirs available in the Souq.
What to buy as a souvenir at Ad Dakhiliyah? Likmat, Nizwa Pottery, Fresh Dates,
Frankincense Resin, Woven Mats and Baskets, Goat’s Wool Textiles, Glass Lamps,
Fun Knickknacks, Taqiyah Skullcaps, Mandoo, Kummah, Dagger, Silver and Jewelry,
Omani Antiques and traditional clothing.