Oman Forts and Castles

• Sohar Fort

  This well-restored, four storey white building with 5 round towers and 1 square keep was believed to have been built during the rule of Baha Al Din Ayaella, Prince of Hormuz. A 10 km long escape Read more about Sohar Fort

  

• Khasab Castle

  Overlooking the harbor and representing Khasab’s eastern line of defense is the picturesque Khasab Castle. A massive central tower pre-dating the castle itself and preceding the arrival of the Read more about Khasab Castle

  

• Nakhal Fort

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  One of the most spectacular forts in the world, spectacularly perched on a rocky prominence of the Western Hajar. Nakhal is famous for its mineral-laden hot springs that flow year round from clefts Read more about Nakhal Fort

  

• An Naman Castle

  This splendid two-storey castle was built by Imam Bil' arab bin Sultan and his brother, Imam Saif bin Sultan in the last decade of the 17th century. Imam Ahmed bin Said together with his sons, later Read more about An Naman Castle

  

• Al Hazm Castle

  Al Hazm lies about 20kms from Ar Rustaq on the road leading back to the Batinah Coast. A small village and a massive fort was built there in the 18th century by Imam Sultan bin Saif bin Sultan of the Read more about Al Hazm Castle

  

• Ar Rustaq Fort

  Ar Rustaq was the ancient capital of Oman. 170 km away from Muscat, this palce is now famous for Ar Rustaq Fort. The Ar Rustaq Fort was originally called Qalat Al Kisra after the Persian who Read more about Ar Rustaq Fort

  

• Nizwa Fort

  As forts go, Nizwa Fort in the Dakhillia region is one of Oman’s oldest and finest and a massive tourist attraction. The town itself is steeped in history as Nizwa is the historical capital of Oman Read more about Nizwa Fort

  

• Bayt ar Ridaydah

  Bait ar Ridaydah is located approximately 24 kilometers from Nizwa city at the beginning of Wadi Muaydin. A Falaj runs along the bastion and is a world heritage. This fort was build in 17th century Read more about Bayt ar Ridaydah

  

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