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Oman Tourism : Masirah Al-Sharqiyyin – Your ideal destination for adventure tourism

The village of Masirah Al-Sharqiyyin located in the Wilayat of Al-Jabal Al-Akhdar in Al-Dakhiliyah Governorate, has become a favorite destination among adventure lovers and hikers.

By Amna Al Mazroui

info@thearabianstories.com

Friday, December 9, 2022

MUSCAT : Adventure tourism is something that characterizes the Sultanate of Oman because of the vast diversity in its geographical terrain, which attracts adventurers to go through this experience and learn about geological discoveries and heritage monuments.

The village of Masirah Al-Sharqiyyin, located in the Wilayat of Al-Jabal Al-Akhdar in Al-Dakhiliyah Governorate, at an altitude of 1,400 meters above sea level, is one of the oldest villages in the Wilayat, more than 500 years old. The village witnesses an active tourist influx throughout the year due to its mild climate during the summer and winter seasons, during which it becomes the perfect destination for mountain hiking and adventure tourism.

This village is considered one of the agricultural villages, with a variety of trees such as palms, bananas, mangoes, quinces, lemons, figs, peaches, pears, and many types of fruits, in addition to seasonal crops, such as garlic, onions, corn, various legumes, lettuce, radishes, cabbage, tomatoes, and okra.

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