Sohar, Al Batinah

Sultan Qaboos Mosque — Sohar

Sultan Qaboos Mosque — Sohar — Sohar, Al Batinah

In the hometown of Sindbad the Sailor, a gleaming white mosque rises over the old trading coast — the serene landmark of a city that once launched ships to China.

Pair it with Sohar Fort and the city’s golden beaches.

Traveler’s Notes

Two hours from Muscat on the Batinah coast road — a natural stop en route to Musandam or the UAE.

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