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About Oman
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Oman (Arabic: عمان ʻUmān pronounced [ˈuːmaːn]), officially the Sultanate of Oman (Arabic: سلطنة عُمان Salṭanat ʻUmān), is an Arab country in the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. Holding a strategically important position at the mouth of the Persian Gulf, the nation is bordered by the United Arab Emirates to the northwest, Saudi Arabia to the west, and Yemen to the southwest, and shares marine borders with Iran and Pakistan. The coast is formed by the Arabian Sea on the southeast and the Gulf of Oman on the northeast. The Madha and Musandam exclaves are surrounded by the UAE on their land borders, with the Strait of Hormuz (which it shares with Iran) and Gulf of Oman forming Musandam's coastal boundaries.
From the late 17th century, the Omani Sultanate was a powerful empire, vying with Portugal and Britain for influence in the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean. At its peak in the 19th century, Omani influence or control extended across the Strait of Hormuz to modern-day Iran and Pakistan, and as far south as Zanzibar (today part of Tanzania, also former capital). As its power declined in the 20th century, the sultanate came under the influence of the United Kingdom. Historically, Muscat was the principal trading port of the Persian Gulf region. Muscat was also among the most important trading ports of the Indian Ocean. Oman's official religion is Islam. Oman is an absolute monarchy. The Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said has been the hereditary leader of the country since 1970. Sultan Qaboos is the longest-serving ruler in the Middle East. Oman has modest oil reserves, ranking 25th globally. Nevertheless, in 2010 the UNDP ranked Oman as the most improved nation in the world in terms of development during the preceding 40 years. A significant portion of its economy is tourism and trade of fish, dates, and certain agricultural produce. This sets it apart from its neighbors' solely oil-dependent economy. Oman is categorized as a high-income economy and ranks as the 74th most peaceful country in the world. |
You need a liquor license to buy alcohol in Oman. The most interesting fact is that liquor license is issued to one based on one’s earnings.
Oman Serves Coffee with Dry Dates. Oman produces the finest dates in the world. Evidently, the people of Oman are fond of dates. Serving coffee with dry dates is a cultural tradition, which is unique to the Omani hospitality. Oman has Over 8 Million Date Palms. More than 8 million date palms dot the landscape of Oman. Dates are among the essential ingredients for traditional Omani dishes. Omani Houses have Ornamented Doors. Oman is a land of ornamented doors. The flamboyantly painted and decorated doors of houses are among the most interesting things for photography in Oman. Only Pepsi, no Coca Cola in Oman. Do you know which non-alcoholic beverage brand is popular in Oman? It is Pepsi, which has left no space for Coca Cola. Know Why Oman is So White? Do you know why Oman is so white? It is because no official permission is required to paint homes white. People need to seek special permission to use other colors. Pay Fines for Dirty Vehicles in Oman. If the transport or traffic control authority finds any vehicle dirty, the vehicle owner has to pay a fine. Tipping is not a Usual Practice in Oman. Tipping is not encouraged in Oman. It is one of the things to know about Oman before you visit Muscat. Oman has Over 500 Forts and Castles. The architectural heritage of Oman consists of more than 500 forts, castles and watch towers. No Income Tax in Oman. Omani residents pay no income tax on their salaries or earnings from self-employment. There is little taxation in this Gulf country. The government of Oman deducts a small amount from salaries only for social security services and for the unemployed. In the past, Oman used to be one of the richest countries in the world, with the wealth mainly originating from the incense trade. In Oman, Frankincense trees only grow in the wild. |
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