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Considered a natural gem of the Gulf region, visit Salalah, Oman, and stay in one of these top hotels - all bookable with Culture Trip.

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The Best Hotels in Salalah, Oman

From luxury in central Muscat to foodie heaven on the Al Mouj marina, here's our guide to the best hotels in the Omani capital – all bookable with Culture Trip.

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The Best Hotels in Oman's capital Muscat

Read our guide of the top things that tourists must never do in Oman to avoid disrespecting the people and to enjoy an unforgettable visit.

9 Things Tourists Should Never Do in Oman, Ever

Read our guide to discover the top essential tips that you must know before visiting Oman.

11 Practical Tips to Know Before Visiting Oman

Looking to surround yourself with absolute pure natural beauty? Find out how by reading about these mind-blowing wadis in Oman.

The Most Beautiful Wadis in Oman

Read our guide to discover the places in Oman that you must visit to enjoy its natural and architectural beauty.

The Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Oman

Learn more about Oman’s largest and grandest mosque, centrally located in the heart of Muscat with extensive manicured gardens, fountains and long, elegant walkways.

7 Things You Might Not Know About Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Oman

Surrounded by the sea on 3 sides, Oman is gifted with some breathtaking beaches. Read our guide to the best beaches for an unforgettable visit.

The Best Beaches to Visit in Oman

If you want your holiday be unusual, unconventional, and adventurous, check out our guide of the top 10 unusual things to do in the Sultanate.

Top 10 Unusual Things to Do in Oman

For hikers and adventure lovers out there, read our guide to the best places you shouldn't miss when hiking in Oman.

The Most Beautiful Places To Go Hiking In Oman

When pursuing souvenirs in Oman’s souks, one of the first things you’ll notice is how much rich silverware is on offer – but why is there so much silver, and what is the history behind it all?

A Guide to Buying Traditional Silver in Oman 

See Oman’s 10 most beautiful sites with our culture lover’s guide to this Middle Eastern country, from Nizwa to Muscat and from Sur to Majlis Al Jinn.

The Top 10 Must See Sites In Oman

Nothing is better than getting lost in a traditional Omani souk for an exceptional walk between history and culture. Here are the best souks in Oman.

The Best Souks to Get Lost in Oman

Visit the Sultanate of Oman with flair with our selection of its hottest resorts

The Best Resorts to Stay at in Oman

Wadis – natural oases formed in streams and valleys – are often perfect open-water swimming locations. Here are five of the best near Muscat, Oman.

Four Beautiful Wadis to Visit Near Muscat, Oman

Find out who the griots are, what their long-standing legacy for West Africans entails and how they've evolved in modern times.

Discover just how delicious Japanese mochi is at the five best mochi shops in Nara, Japan.

Experience Nara’s quaint charm and famous deer by staying overnight in one of Nara’s best budget stays.

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What Is a Griot and Why Are They Important?

Find out who the griots are, what their long-standing legacy for West Africans entails and how they've evolved in modern times.

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The Best Places for Mochi in Nara

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The Best Budget Stays in Nara