What to do in Oman this weekend?

T-Mag Wednesday 18/July/2018 14:15 PM
By: Times News Service
What to do in Oman this weekend?

Thursday 19.07.2018
4.00pm Visit a Unesco site
Oman has four sites on the Unesco World Heritage List that are worth visiting, including the beehive tombs at the archaeological site of Bat, and the famous aflaj irrigation systems which can be seen in many old villages.

Friday 20.07.2018
4.00pm Dip in Valley Waters
Two of the most popular wadis in Oman, Wadi Shab and Wadi Bani Khalid, should be your picnic spot this weekend. Head over there and enjoy a dip in their turquoise waters that contrast the white rocks surrounding them.

Saturday 21.07.2018
10.00am Go to Al Hamra
Take a trip to Al Hamra, one of the oldest, best-preserved towns of Oman, and explore the old village and its ruins. Make sure to stop by Bait Al Safah, a 400-year-old traditional home full of artefacts and historical furnishings.

Sunday 22.07.2018
04.00pm Go for Swimming
Nothing beats a swim in the summer heat. Why not indulge in a fun session day at your favourite swimming pool? Whether at local hotels or open beaches, it’s a great activity to unwind.

Monday 23.07.2018
6.00pm Play Some Pool
Take a break from work and play some pool in a friendly competition at any of the gaming and pool centres around Muscat. If you’re good enough, participate in local competition. You won’t regret it.

Tuesday 24.07.2018
10.00am Be a Volunteer
There are countless volunteering groups in town that serve the sole purpose of helping others. How about taking part in one of them? Whether you love children, enjoy cooking, or have a closet full of dresses, you’ll definitely find something to contribute.

Wednesday 25.07.2018
04.00pm Explore Bait Al Zubair
Stop by Bait Al Zubair Museum and explore their brilliant facilities, including an art gallery and an Omani-style model village, complete with a falaj (an ancient water system), and a souq for some crafts.

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