Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Situated in Muscat, the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is the largest in the country. The mosque is named after the present ruler Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said. The mosque, one of the most famous tourist attractions of Muscat, is built in a contemporary Islamic design.

Often asked here is what is Muscat wine and what is unique about it's flavors and aromas? Muscat is an aromatic, highly perfumed and exotic grape that is popular in still, sparkling and sweet wines. It is the world's oldest known grape variety, and probably originated in Greece, where it is still cultivated today.

Oman is famous for its ancient aflaj oases irrigation system, terraced orchards (Jebel Akhdar), adobe fortresses, lots of mosques, wadis (stream valleys), dhows (traditional Arabian sailing ships), meteorites, and Al Said, the world's third-largest yacht, owned by the Sultan.

Oman's most celebrated natural product is frankincense, widely available in souks all over the country, although you'll find the best selection in Muttrah Souk in Muscat and Al Husn Souk in Salalah. Frankincense is sold in various grades, referred to by a confusing variety of names.