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Muscat

Muscat (Arabic: مسقط Masqaṭ) is the capital of the Sultanate of Oman and its most important and populous city (1.7 million in the metro area in 2021). It has been inhabited since at least 1000 BCE and for centuries was an important trading port on the Maritime Silk Road. It is home to a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural society, and receives the largest number of foreign visitors to the country.

See
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Do
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Eat
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Drink
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Buy
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  1. See

    Fish market

    fish souq

    Visitors can watch fishermen unload and sell the catch of the day.

    Daily 6-10AM

  2. Buy

    Souq al Jumaa

    Friday Market

    A bustling flea market with everything from jewellery, camping gear, carpets and even cars. There is a section with clothing, and food stalls are also nearby.

    Fridays 7AM-9PM