Sohar

Suhar (Sohar) (Arabic: صُحَار‎, also Romanized as Suḥār) is the capital and largest city of the Al Batinah North Governorate in Oman. An ancient capital of the country that once served as an important Islamic port town,[1] Suhar has also been credited as the mythical birthplace of Sinbad the Sailor.[

As the largest town in the region, it has been argued that Suhar is identified with the ancient town called 'Omanah' (Arabic: عُمَانَة‎) mentioned by Pliny the Elder in his Natural History. This settlement is believed to have given Oman its name.[5]

Suhar has a hot desert climate (Köppen climate classification BWh) with very hot summers and mild winters. Precipitation is low; more than half of the year's total rainfall falls in February, and summers are almost completely dry.



Places to See in Sohar

Sohar Croniche

A beautiful walk along the sandy beaches of Sohar, the Corniche can lead you to many beautiful destinations within Sohar like the Sohar Fort, the Sultan Qaboos Mosque.

Location:Sohar,no entry fees.
Sohar Fort

The Sohar Fort is rumoured to be built around the first century. It is a beautiful fort that is situated on a hilltop with five towers. It has two parks, the Silver Jubilee Park and Sohar Park.

Location:Punkaha,no entry fees.
Sohar Handicraft Souq

Filled with culture and history, each handicraft in this souq is designed so intricately! You can get the most beautiful and historic souvenirs here as well as many traditional ornaments.

Location:Sohar,no entry fees.