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Tourist Attraction

Sohar Fort

1-2 hours 0.5 OMR Al Batinah North Family-friendly
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Sohar Fort is a top attraction in Sohar, Al Batinah North, Oman.

Entry
0.5 OMR
Duration
1-2 hours

About

Sohar Fort is a whitewashed, square-towered fort in Al Batinah North, Oman, tied to the Sindbad legend, with a small museum tracing Sohar's ancient trade-hub history and a reputedly long escape tunnel. Visitors tour the ramparts, five towers and furnished museum rooms and take in sea and city views.

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