Sultanate of Oman | History and Facts

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Oman is located in the South-Eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula and has an area of 119,500 square miles.
The old name of Oman is 'Magan' and 'Gourori' is the old name of Muscat. The Greek renamed this as Muscat.
Oman was impacted by powerful raiders, including other Arab tribes, Portugal and Britain.
By the 19th century, Oman had risen to commercial power.
Oman became under British secure colony by the year of 1891.
In 1970, former Sultan Qaboos Bin Said was 30 years old when he took over as Oman Sultan from his father Said Bin Taimur.
Qaboos came from Dhofar area and renamed the country as 'Sultanate of Oman' (old name was Muscat and Oman).
Qaboos established a modern government structure and launched a major development program to upgrade educational and health facilities, build a modern infrastructure, and develop the country's natural resources.
Qaboos died on 10th January 2020 after nearly 50 years in power and his successor Haitham Bin Tariq Al Said sworn in as Oman Sultan.
Mountains, Sea and Deserts are the main attractions in Oman.
Sultanate of Oman is one of the most hospitable countries in the world.
From their politics to the serenity all around, Omani people are peaceful, diplomatic and generous.
Oman is a wonderland for travelers with a keen interest in geology.
UAE, Saudi Arabia and Yemen are the neighboring countries which share the boundaries with Oman.
The Summer season of Oman starts from April until October and the max temperature at this period can go up to 50 plus degree Celsius.
The Winter season in Oman is so enjoyable with lots of Sunshine and an average of 15-degree Celsius temperature.
Rice and meat are the favorite food of Omani people. Having heavy lunch is one of the things most Omani's like.
Dates is one of the other main food over Oman.
Oil, Dates farm and Fishing are the main income for Oman.

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