Muscat – Unison of Tradition and Modernity!

Everyone wants to spend holidays with joy and relaxation. There is no better way to spend holidays then going for a vacation. There are domestic as well as the international destinations. The tourists have always been charmed and fascinated with the international destinations.

There are many international destinations which are the most sought after tourist cities. You can book international air tickets for these destinations as in accordance with your choice. With the availability of many good airline companies like the oman air, the choice becomes simple. Care should however be taken to confirm the flight schedule before booking.

There are many international destinations, which are known for their modern approach as well as for preserving their rich cultural heritage. Such a beautiful unison is sure to captivate the tourists. One such city is Muscat.

Muscat is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations of Oman. There are forts, gardens, museums, amusement parks, malls each fascinating the tourists.

The monuments of historical significance, which are now a part of museum, are the, Al Jalali and Al Mirani forts. These forts give a comprehensive knowledge about the history of the city. The other significant museums include the Gate Museum constructed in the Omani architectural pattern. The other museum are the Sultan Armed Forces Museum and the Bait Al Zubir Museum which are a must visit.

This city also houses the third biggest mosque in the world, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The mosque also has a handmade Persian carpet, which is also famous for being the second largest carpet in the world. There is also the royal palace, known for its architectural magnificence, The Qasr Al Alam Palace. It is surrounded with two castles Mirani and Jelali. The tourists are only allowed to take pictures of these beautiful pieces of architecture.

Another place of interest is the Portuguese Watchtower. It has been adorned with fountains. The fountains with different colors and lights are a beautiful sight to witness. There is also the Corinche Area which is an ideal place to take a walk. There are many eateries in this place, which are known for the mouth watering delicacies. Then there is the Rose Gardens which are adorned with waterfall, lake and an amusement park. The Muscat festival is celebrated here with great celebrations and joy. The other famous gardens include the Riyam Park, Kalbuh Park, and Naseem Gardens etc. Riyam Park is known for the picturesque beauty. Then there is the Wadi Shab. It is known for the panoramic view. The caves and the water pools with emerald green color is sure to spell bound you.

For shopping, the tourists will love to spend time in Mutrah Souk. There is also a fish market in here. It houses the most famous jewelry shops, handicrafts shops, and restaurants. There are also many malls in this city. There are also many shopping festivals held in this city.

Those of you who are adventure enthusiasts, this place is indeed a paradise. The various adventurous activities which you can enjoy are trekking, rock climbing, camel racing, horse riding etc. The tourists will definitely be amazed to be a part of these activities.