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Oman

Pass through Ajman, the smallest of the Emirates - Enter Oman via the panoramic coastal road overlooking the Gulf of Arabia and the Straits of Hormuz. Destination is Khasab, local Capital of the Governorate of Musandam. "The Norway of Arabia".

This Peninsula is completely separated from the main body of Oman by a stretch of land belong to the UAE. This area has a distinct language dialects and cultural mores. The peninsula has remained isolated from the rest of Arabia and is still very remote.

Area is sparsely populated by the Shihuh tribe. They have been carving an existence from the seas. Some villages can only be accessed by boat.

Hotel Atana - Khasab, Oman

Early morning vistas

Very arid country

Entrance to the Portuguese Fort of Khasab Museum

Flag of Oman

Home sweet home years ago for the men

Classic Bathroom sign for Men and Women

Ornate local homes

Decorations on homes

Decoration of the Sultan of Oman on a home

The home from a distance

Luxurious Home in Khasab

Tile works showing Dhows on the side of a home

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