FULL DAY VISIT OF EAST & WEST SALALAH
You will be met by our guide at the hotel lobby in the morning and proceed for a full day visit of East & West Salalah. Your first destination is the coastal town of Taqah. Taqah Fort, the landmark of the small town, was the Seat of the Wali, or mayor, until 1984. East of Taqah we visit the ruins at Sumhuram. A once-thriving port city, Sumhuram now lies in ruin, but visitors here are able to gain an insight into the architecture and livingconditions as they were 2,000 years ago. We also visit the adjoining port of Khawr Rhori, which was once an important trade centre and the main port for the export of frankincense. Indeed, excavations here have produced evidence of an ancient city with trade links by sea to far eastern destinations as well as ancient Greece. Later this morning we visit Mirbat, the ancient capital of Dhofar, and an important centre for the 9th century trade in frankincense. Just outside of Mirbat is the famous tomb and mosque of Bin Ali. Ali was revered as a wise and holy man and over his tomb a twin-domed mosque was built, a fine example of medieval architecture This afternoon we proceed in a westerly direction towards Mughsail, passing scattered frankincense trees that dot the landscape en-route. Mughsail boasts a beautiful beach with spectacular natural water fountains, or ‘blow holes’. Our last destination for the day is the Tomb of Prophet Ayub (Job) in the mountains north of Salalah.
Overnight in Salalah.
- Breakfast
- Sightseeing
- Dinner
- Hotel Stay