Overview

Nizwa, the ancient capital of interior Oman, is the birthplace of Culture, tradition & Islam in the Sultanate of Oman.Nizwa boasts of the famous Round Tower Fort, built in the 17th century, and its Souq renowned for its Friday Cattle Auction & intricately hand-carved “khanjars”(daggers) and Ornamental Silver Jewellery. Jabrin, the finest of Oman’s castles built in the last 17th century, became a seat of Omani learning. The castle displays the highest achievement in Omani ceiling painting & beautifully executed woodcarvings.Enroute to Muscat visit the pretty village of Birkat Al Mauz situated at the foothills of Jebel al Akhdar (Green Mountain).Do enjoy a walk through its oasis and dense date plantations.