Sultan Qaboos Mosque

The Sultan Qaboos Mosque towers over the city center, welcoming thousands of worshippers for prayers each day since its completion in 2009. Inside, a crystal chandelier hangs from an intricately carved 36-meter (118-foot) dome, and a 20-ton hand-woven carpet with 115 million individual knots covers the floor. Outside, the landscaped grounds provide a peaceful spot for rest. Non-Muslims can tour the interior from Saturdays to Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.; visitors must dress modestly and women should cover their hair

Al Balid Archeological Site

From the Mosque to Khwar Al Balid This lagoon takes its name from the ancient city which lies on the banks of this lagoon, the lagoon flanks the city on the east and north. In ancient times, this lagoon was connected to the sea and used as a natural port due to its depth in some parts. The region is currently on the World Heritage List UNESCO and the khawr is protected, the importance of this place lies in its combination of archaeology, history, and nature. The archaeological park is considered to be the first of its kind in the Sultanate, serving to protect natural resources, attract tourists to the site, and inform people of this important ancient city in the Governorate of Dhofar.