The Dhofar Region: Salalah

Renowned in ancient times for its lucrative frankincense trade with Babylon, Egypt and Mesopotamia, the Dhofar’s main attraction today is the garden city of Salalah which stands on a vast sub tropical plain where coconut, banana and mango trees flourish. Some of Oman’s best beaches line the coast hereabouts, whilst Salalah itself is the main departure point for trips to the Qara mountains and the archaeological site of Sumhuram, legendary palace of the Queen of Sheba.

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