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Salalah Marriott® Resort Salalah Beach, P.O. Box 225, PC 220, Mirbat, Sultanate of Oman Phone: +968 2326 8245 Fax: +968 2326 8271 www.marriottsalalahresort.com Ain Razat Ain Razat is the most important source of spring water in Dhofar. It used to be one of the main sources of water for Salalah. Its water as well as several smaller springs flow into a long pool on the northern side of the carpark at the foot of the jebel Qara. 75 km/ North-West/ 50 minutes drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat Al Bilad Archaeological Park & The Museum of the Frankincense Land Al Balid, one of the leading tourist attractions in Salalah is a very renowned archaeological site. The Al-Balid in Dhofar was founded in the 10th century. 80 km/ West/ one hour drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat Arzat Springs Arzat Springs has several natural fountains which flow between the rocks and come together in a pond, which then flows through the green gardens before finally falling into the sea. The area also has a beautiful garden which is open to visitors. 75 km/ North-West/ 50 minutes drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat Athum Springs Athum Springs is located in Salalah, and is famous for its wide wadi and beautiful dense forests, especially in the autumn season. 45 km/ West/ 40 minutes drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat Hamran Springs Hamran Springs is located in the east of Al-Ma’moura roundabout, about 29 km from Salalah. This are is famous for its coconut and palm trees. 60 km/ North - West/ 45 minutes drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat Khor Rori Khor Rori is an Early South Arabian archaeological site. The small fortified town called Sumhuram shows signs of settlement back to the third century CE. As Dhofar was the main source of frankincense in the ancient period Khor Rori was identified as the frankincense exporting port in the past. Khor Rori / Sumhuram has been excavated and excavations have uncovered the ground plan of the settlement and has attested maritime contacts with the Hadrami homeland, India and the Mediterranean. 25 km/ West/ 20 minutes drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat Jarziz Springs Jarziz Springs is one of the most beautiful springs in the Dhofar region. It is located in Atnin, about 14 km from Salalah. There are caves which can be explored and shaded areas for relaxing. 85 km/ North – West/ one hour drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat LOCAL DHOFAR ATTRACTIONS SALALAH MARRIOTT RESORT

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Page 1: LOCAL DHOFAR ATTRACTIONS SALALAH MARRIOTT RESORT

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LOCAL DHOFAR ATTRACTIONS SALALAH MARRIOTT RESORT

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Salalah Marriott® Resort Salalah Beach, P.O. Box 225, PC 220, Mirbat, Sultanate of Oman

Phone: +968 2326 8245 Fax: +968 2326 8271 www.marriottsalalahresort.com

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LOCAL DHOFAR ATTRACTIONS SALALAH MARRIOTT RESORT

Salalah Marriott® Resort Salalah Beach, P.O. Box 225, PC 220, Mirbat, Sultanate of Oman

Phone: +968 2326 8245 Fax: +968 2326 8271 www.marriottsalalahresort.com

/ Mirbat Fort is one of the well-known forts in the Governorate. One of the last battles in the world that d conventional attack and defense from a fortress took place at Mirbat. Mirbat is a port and town nestled on the Dhofar coast. There are lots of natural and historical attractions in . Situated 64 km from Salalah, the town of Mirbat is the ancient capital of the Minjawis. is home to some of the most beautiful houses in the Dhofar province. West/ 5 min drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat

ayl ayl boasts over 4 kilometers of magnificent sandy beach outlines by sculptured cliffs with oles formed in the limestone rocks, where plumes of water can reach a height of 30 meters e. / West/ one hour twenty minutes drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat

wt Springs ahnawt is located in Al-Saada city, about 15km from Salalah. The plateau which overlooks ring is an excellent view point. / North-West/ 50 minutes drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat

& Taqah Fort is positioned on the coastal strip of the Governorate of Dhofar. This pretty little town is amidst the towns of Salalah and Mirbat. Taqah is constituted of two sub districts - Madinat q and Jibjat. One of the most important landmarks in the region is the Qasbar Fort and is f the most visited forts in Dhofar that is certainly worth a visit. This remarkable fort is d on a hilltop to the north of Khor Taqah spring and the old cemetery. This cemetery s over an area of about 60,000 square meters. There are also a number of silver beaches ah, where you can spend a nice time. / West/ 30 min drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort

tayr ell of Birds’ – is a natural sinkhole over 100 meters wide and 211 meters deep and one of epest in the world. As the name suggests, Tawi Atayr is home to many species of birds that seen swooping in and out of the sinkhole during Khareef (monsoon) season. / North - West/ 15 minutes drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat

arbat arbat is a natural park with majestic views of waterfalls, lakes, mountains, caves, wildlife

sh green vegetation. During Khareef season there is a 100-metre waterfall and many cave ers with old stalactites and stalagmites. / West/ 20 min drive from the Salalah Marriott Resort in Mirbat