Sultanate of Oman

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In the Dhofar region, the dress (or thob) is
known as the Abu Dhail, which means 'one with a
tail'. This dress is shorter at the front than at
the rear and is made from luxurious velvet or
cotton, shot with gold and silver embroidery,
beads and sequins. It has a square neckline and
is generally worn with a lightweight, cotton or
silk sh'ela (head dress) which may also be sewn
with pearls, sequins and sometimes small gold
coins for special celebrations. Elaborate
jewellery is often worn with this dress, around
the head, neck, wrists, ankles, fingers and toes.
The Dhofari women rarely wear a birka (mask), but
the older ladies, originating from the Nejd (the
desert area) and the mountains may do so. The
birka is often dyed gold or indigo. Some women
pierce their noses on both sides and can be seen
wearing a carnelian stone, which is a dull red,
and a gold flower stud. Indigo is often used as a
skin preparation which is rubbed into the face
and then washed off using the leaves of the
becium dhofarense imparting a bluish tinge which
is enhanced by the dresses and robes.
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Salalah
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There is plenty to do and see in and around
Salalah. The best time to visit Salalah is just
after the Khareef season (September - October).
Listed below are some of the things you can do
during your stay here.
The Frankincense trail are excavation sites
protected by UNESCO and marked as under the World
Heritage Sites. The Frankincense trail can be
visited at Al Balid - downtown Salalah, at Khor
Rohri, 37 kilometers from Salalah and Ubar at
Shisr - believed to be the site of the Lost City,
the Atlantis of Arabia discovered by the famous
explorer, Wilfred Thesiger
Salalah lies in Oman's southern Dhofar region.
Known for its glorious history, heritage, rich
culture, traditions and wonders of nature.
Salalah today is also contributing towards the
economic boom in the Sultanate of Oman. Spread
along the coast, Salalah is the most densely
populated city in the Dhofar region. It has a
modern port, hospitals, schools, colleges and a
wide range of accommodation for both short and
long staying visitors FREE Desktop
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Mughsayl Beach 40 kilometers west of Salalah.
Know for its beautiful beach, Blow Holes,
stunning sea views and jagged cliffs and
mountains. The Mughsayl Beach Tourist Restaurant
located by the beach, offers visitors an
international menu and water sports.
Frankincense trail
The Magic Road
Believe it or not This road is a dirt track
that lies on to your left when you hit the road
from Taqha to Mirbat. The road leads to a short
drive down a hill on an elevated dirt-trail. When
you reach the base of the trail, you have to
switch off your engine and put the gear into
"neutral". Keep your foot on the brake lightly to
"regulate" your speed when the anti-gravity
thingy kicks in..!!!! Here's what happens your
vehicle instead of rolling down the slope begins
to roll back UP hill.
Prophet's Emran's Tom
Located near the Clock Tower. The tomb of Prophet
Emran is an extraordinary site to visit. It is
around 30 meters long. Prophet Emran was the
father of Moses, a famous biblical prophet