From the Back Cover If you think of Oman as an arid land of desert and oil, it's time to open the pages of this book and discover a very different country--rich in nature reserves, world-class diving sites, and archaeological wonders. In this new Bradt guide, Diana Darke and Sandra Shields lead you through the coasts, plains and mountains of this spellbinding sultanate. Browse the perfumes and spices in the souks, cheer on a camel race, visit the Queen of Sheba's Palace or camp with the Bedouin under the stars. You'll probably want to stay for 1,001 nights. *Exploring the "land of frankincense" in Dhofar *Caves, tombs, and ruined cities *The art of wadi-bashing *Where to watch turtles nesting *Shopping and sightseeing in the capital, Muscat *Essential Arabic Read more About the Author Diana Darke has 25 years' experience studying, living, working, and traveling extensively throughout the Arab world, first with the British foreign office, then as an Arabic consultant. She has written several books on the region and is the author of Bradt's North Cyprus and the new Syria guide. Sandra Shields lived and studied in Oman, accompanying her partner whilst he was on project work in the country. She has keen interests in writing, travel, and photography and is currently working on a travel narrative on Oman. Read more
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