Established | 1974 |
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Location | Al Alam Street, Muscat, Oman |
Type | Heritage museum |
Director | Ministry of Heritage and Culture |
The Museum of Omani Heritage or Omani Heritage Gallery is a heritage museum, located near the Ministry of Information on Al Alam Street, Muscat, Oman.
The museum opened on 17 November 1974, and has a detailed collection of archaeological objects and information including architecture, agriculture and minerals, trade routes, dhows, firearms, and art and crafts of Oman. [1]
Al Ghubra is a suburb of Muscat, the capital city of the Sultanate of Oman. It is a developing town with a number of malls, hospitals, schools, hotels, and many local businesses. There are many expatriates among the locals. The beach is a long expanse of sand dunes. There are many schools here which are owned by different communities. The town is well planned and known for its lake park designed especially with a walk-path and children's playground. Al-Ghubra is Oman's most popular shopping destination, with Muscat Grand Mall Oman Avenue Mall and Panorama Mall being two of the options. Also in this area, there are many hotels, restaurants, and coffee shops. Indian, Chinese, Italian, Arabic, Continental, and Latin cuisines are available here.
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