MUSCAT : One of the most popular tourist destinations in Oman, Al Ashkharah in the state of Jaalan Bani Bu Ali is known for its mild climate and wonderful beaches inhabited by birds and turtles, in addition to many other tourist attractions. Its mild climate makes it a coveted destination for tourists during the summer, with skies covered in light clouds. Al Ashkharah is also an important source of Omani fish such as Al-Sharkha, shrimp, Al-Sahwa, Al-Shaari, and Al-Safi, and is also famous for traditional industries such as weaving and shipbuilding.

What attract tourists here the most are the beaches that extend along the coastal strip of the Arabian Sea, where some fishermen take tourists and their families for a short picnic on the sea or in the vicinity of the port, but only if the sea is calm. The destination also offers activities like surfing, as Al Ashkharah includes several lagoons, perhaps the most famous of which are Khor Omar and Khor Awija.

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