Tourist Attraction

Shenah beehive tombs

1-2 hours Free Ash Sharqiyah North Family-friendly
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Shenah beehive tombs is a top attraction in Ibra, Ash Sharqiyah North, Oman.

Entry
Free
Duration
1-2 hours

About

Shenah is an oasis near Al Qabil in Ash Sharqiyah North, Oman, holding the largest concentration of third-millennium-BCE beehive tombs in the country. Visitors hike out to the desert-edge oasis to view the clustered prehistoric stone beehive tombs.

Location

Location not available

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Bait Al Kabir

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Al-Huyawah Oasis

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Falaj Al Afrit

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Photo of Wahiba Sands desert wildlife

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Nature Reserve

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Ain Al Harid spring

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Hiking trails near Ash Sharqiyah North

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Wadi Tiwi to Wadi Bani Khalid Crossing

Mibam (upper Wadi Tiwi)

12 km ●●●●●

Seasons in this region

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Cool Season in Northern Oman

October 1 to March 31
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Starts in 7 days

Desert Winter Camping Season

November 1 to March 31
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In season now

Wadi & Canyoning Season

October 1 to April 30
C
In season now

Camel Racing Season

September 20 to February 28
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Starts in 24 days

Oman National Day

November 18 to November 19

Frequently asked questions

  • Entry to Shenah beehive tombs is free.