Oman Sweets

Omani sweets (al-halwa) famous here and other countries, the express the generosity and originality, the represent the present and the past to the Omani traditions and habits.

Oman Sweets added on all occasions formal, national, family, weddings, feasts and religious events.

Oman sweets: (ingredients) Sugar, Starch, Ghee, Nuts, Rose Water, Safron, Cardamom.

Al-khanjar (dagger)

The Omani al-khanjar (dagger) one heritage legacies enjoyed by the people of Oman which is used in all official site and the main events in the Omani patriot uniform, the tucked underneath a waist belt situated at the front and centre of the wearer's, in historical was worn only by man of the royal family.

Ship🚣

Oman is famous for shipbuilding and great track the history of shipbuilding. The ships  industry was not limited to one type of size and length and typy of industry, where one of the industries such as panels placed by  the board to board where pierce spaces manual drill accurate then use a hole to  insert the rope to flatten panels made of coconut then packaging this hole by

fibers or raw cotton.

Frankincense

  Famous frankincense trees in Dhofar is one  of the biggest products in the province or Oman where it was released in a large group of ancient nations such as China, Egypt,  India and otherness.

•It is kind of types of incense, which 

 vaporizes the House.

•Where it is used in perfumes and medicines and many of the products... etc.

•Dhofar frankincense considered the best in the world.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Sultanate of oman

  There are currently four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Sultanate of oman

•Aflaj Irrigation Systems

•Frankincense Trail 

•Archaeological Sites of Bat

•Bahla Fort

The splendid accessories of the Omani woman's dress

The traditional woman's dress is one of the highlights of the

 Sultanate of Oman's Culture. Along with the traditional dress

 items, on special occasions, Omani women also adorn

 themselves from head to toe in elaborate accessories. Bracelets,

 anklets and necklaces are common - along with other

 accessories like headdresses, forehead pendants, earrings, finger rings, and toe rings

Silver Bracelets 

 In the past, jewellery in Oman              

  was a representation of a woman's

financial security and personal assets, and     silver bracelets were one of the most visible examples of this. Sometimes, as many as a dozen were worn around both wrists. In more recent times gold, and other precious metals have been used. The intricate decoration on Omani bracelets is also an example of the wealth of silversmithing techniques that have been present throughout the ages in Omani culture.

Silver Anklets 

 As with many omani woman's jewellery items, most anklets are crafted in silver, but other precious metals (even gold) have occasionally been used. Omani anklets are chunky in design, and hinged, so they can open and close around the ankle. They are often also hollow and contain small pieces of glass, stone or metal, which create a rattle sound in response to body movement

  

Silver Necklaces

 Traditionally in Oman, necklaces were not wom everyday but reserved for special occasions by women. They were most often made from silver and adorned with precious stones, coral, and coloured glass. Interestingly, the size of some necklaces were enlarged with age with the owner ordering and purchasing additional pieces of necklace over time, when they could afford to

Nizwa: Things to See

Nizwa Fort 

The magnificent Nizwa Fort was built in the 1650s by the second Ya'rubi Imam, Imam Sultan Bin Saif Al Ya'rubi. However, its underlying structure reportedly dates back to the 1300s. It was built at what was a strategic location at the crossroads of vital trade routes, and was designed to be a formidable stronghold against any raiding  abundant resources. The main the fort features a huge tower that rises almost 40 metres above the ground. forces in search of Nizwa's abundant resources. The main the fort features a huge tower that rises almost .40 metres above the ground

Nizwa Souq 

Nizwa souq is located in the town center, and is well-known for its handicrafts, antique items, agricultural products,  and much more. (It is also an excellent spot to source traditonal Omani silver jewellery, and the famous Khanjar Dagger). 

Falaj Daris 

The Falaj Daris aqueduct system is the largest falaj in Oman and is a life-source for Nizwa - providing the surrounding countryside with much needed water for the plantations. Falaj Daris is now a UNESCO World Heritage site