| Tranquillity and serenity are the words that spring to | | | | museum takes one back to the days of French |
| the mind when one thinks about Muscat. Relaxed | | | | colonialism. In fact, Muscat is full of numerous |
| lunches on the beach, lazy days of sightseeing, and | | | | fascinating museums. |
| mesmerising serrated mountains make for many | | | | Mutrah Souk |
| rejuvenating moments. The destination is also a melting | | | | Although, Muscat has ample playgrounds for mall rats, |
| pot of British, Indian, Omani, and Sudanese cultures. | | | | but nothing beats retail therapy at the Mutrah Souk. |
| This naturally makes Muscat a perfect example of | | | | This is a world of maze like pathways cluttered with |
| unity chequered with diversity, which finds reflection in | | | | dozens of old fashioned stalls selling a range of |
| the very way of life, right from cuisines to art and | | | | goodies like antiques, fresh local produce, local fabrics, |
| culture. Lacking the bustle of some of the more | | | | nuts, regional spices, jewellery, dowry boxes, |
| commonly known holiday destinations like Thailand, | | | | hand-weaved footwear and bags, ceramic figurines, |
| Muscat is the perfect place to unwind far from the | | | | religious paintings, and earthenware. The experience |
| maddening crowd. Here are some of the delightful | | | | here is so unique that it is even said that Muscat |
| charms adorning this holidaying haven. | | | | holidays are incomplete without some shopping at the |
| Pristine Beaches | | | | Mutrah souk. |
| Muscat has quite a few soul satisfying private as well | | | | Grand Mosque Sultan Qaboos |
| as public beaches. The Marjan, Bandi Al Jissah, and | | | | This massive feat of modern architecture stands as |
| Qurum beaches are among the most popular ones. | | | | the third largest mosque on the planet. Everything |
| While the Marjan beach is excellent for snorkelling and | | | | about this grand mosque is king size. Even the hand |
| coming up close to breathtakingly amazing marine life | | | | woven Persian carpets inside the mosque are the |
| like parrot fish, cuttlefish, turtles, clownfish, and sea | | | | largest of their kind in the world. The mosque is open |
| cucumbers, the sun kissed palm fringed Bandi Al Jissah | | | | to non Muslims on specific days. |
| beach is perfect for a family picnic. Its fine golden | | | | Dolphin Boat Trips |
| sands and quaint little shops ensure that the beach | | | | The clear blue seas of Muscat are perfect for taking |
| remains flooded with an overwhelming tide of | | | | dolphin watching boat trips. These playful creatures |
| humanity. Those looking for a somewhat quieter beach | | | | make for an amazing sight when they are up to their |
| picnic would do well to visit Qurum beach and spend | | | | antics of performing summersaults in the air. Near here, |
| some time in solitude amidst captivating scenic views. | | | | the Tiwi village is another popular attraction. The major |
| Astounding Museums | | | | highlight of a trip to the village is to observe the daily |
| People who go on Muscat holidays usually do not miss | | | | behaviour of green turtles. |
| out upon a first hand experience of glorious Arabic | | | | Watchtower |
| traditions in one of the many museums there. The | | | | This incense burner shaped monument offers |
| Muscat Gate Museum serves as a window to the | | | | sweeping views of the surrounding city, desert, and |
| entire history of Oman, starting from present times and | | | | mountains. |
| dating right back to its birth. Similarly, the Oman French | | | | |