The most beautiful castles of Oman
The best of castles in Oman
Oman is an absolutely ideal country for lovers of castles. You will find here hundreds of beautiful castles. Most of them are beautifully restored in keeping with the national history. Come and see the best of them
Nakhal Castle
The most beautiful Oman castle
Nakhal Castle is undoubtedly the most beautiful castle in Oman surrounded by beautiful landscapes. You will find here several historic rooms. The best time to visit is the late afternoon when it is beautifully lit by the sun. continue reading
Rustaq Castle
A magnificent castle surrounded by an oasis
Rustaq Castle is one of the largest castles in Oman. The Bastion is equipped with many cannons and any potential enemy would do much damage. The castle has beautiful views of the surrounding oases and mountains continue reading
Jabrin Castle
Imam´s Castle
Jabrin Castle is one of the most important and beautiful castles of Oman. It is also probably the highest one. The most famous castle owner was Imam Bil'arab bin Sultan, who is also buried here. The castle is set on deserted plain surrounded by artificially planted palm trees continue reading
Bahla Castle
Castle in UNESCO
Bahla Castle is a huge, vast castle and also the only Omani, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Like the other Omanian castles it is beautifully restored. From Bahla Castle are beautiful views of the surrounding oasis continue reading
Nizwa Castle
One of the most important castles in Oman
The fortress of Nizwa is one of the largest and most significant castles of Oman. For this fortress is typical of a huge bastion. Cultural events are often held here, so it is possible to get acquainted with the history of Oman continue reading
Jalan Bani Bu Ali Castle
A mighty castle above the oasis
At the northern end of the Wahiba Sands desert there is a large oasis of Jalan Bani Bu Ali. To protect this oasis was built a mighty castle from which is a beautiful view of the palm trees. There are also several rooms equipped with historical exhibits. continue reading
Birkat Al-Mawz Castle
Guard of Wadi al-Muaydin valley
The tactically-lying village of Birkat Al-Mawz below the massive Jebel Akhdar at the mouth of Wadi al-Muaydin is a large castle Bait al Redidah. Has a double fortified. There is still a huge citadel behind the wall of the fortification continue reading
As Sunaysilah Castle
Huge castle over Sur town
In the vicinity of Suru are three castles, the most interesting, the largest and highest is called As Sunaysilah. There is a large visitor center in the vicinity. As a bonus, it also has a beautiful view of Sur continue reading
Ras Al Hadd Castle
Castle at the end of Arabia
At the eastern end of Oman, on the outskirts of Ras Al Hadd you will find a classic square castle with a fitted interior. At the same time, it is a good viewpoint around the surrounding flat landscape. Here you practically do not find the tourist continue reading
Al Ayjah Castle
The guard of the town of Al Ayjah
Like most of the Omanian castles, this one in Al Ayjah is just off the seafront. Interesting is mainly by a massive tower just above the entrance gate continue reading
Al Awabi Castle
Guardian of Wadi Kharus Valley
At the mouth of the Wadi Kharus Valley you will find a small, yet interesting Al Awabi castle. It is mainly due to the surrounding mountain landscape. continue reading
Bilad Sur Castle
Guardian of Suru City
In the town of Bilad Sur you will find a classical four-tower castle, exposed as a defense against tribes attacking from the Arabian peninsula. It is located near the main road leading to Sur. No problem can be parked before it. continue reading
