Wednesday, April 18, 2007

MUSCAT, OMAN



Muscat is the capital of Oman with almost 650,000 inhabitants (Metro-area). It is one of the most beautiful capitals in the Middle East as it has preserved its historic center as well as a more authentic atmosphere than the cities in other gulf states. Muscat was a very powerful and prosperous trade center in the 17th century.
The city consists of several centers with different functions

1. Muttrah w/Corniche (Traditional trade, port)










Port




2. Ruwi (Modern Trade and Business Center):


3. Old Muscat (Government and historic center):












Palace of Sultan Qaboos


Some government building


4.Qurm (Touristic center, Shopping Malls...)

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