Oman, which is slowly opening up to international tourism occupies the southeastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula. The interior of the country has dramatic rugged mountain scenery (dry and harsh in the north but green and lush in the south) and vast stretches of rolling sand dunes. With almost 1700km of coastline stretching along the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Gulf it provides some fantastic beaches and scuba diving. The country is one of the cradles of civilization and home to fabled figures such as Sinbad the Sailor and the Queen of Sheba. Combine this with medieval fortified towns and castles, fascinating wildlife, geology and very friendly locals Oman is an ideal holiday destination with a difference.
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