How long should I plan for Ubar (Shisr)?

A visit to Ubar (Shisr) takes about 45-90 min.

Is Ubar (Shisr) suitable for families?

Yes, Ubar (Shisr) is suitable for families with children.

Where is Ubar (Shisr)?

Ubar (Shisr) is in Salalah, Dhofar, Oman.

Tourist Attraction

Ubar (Shisr)

45-90 min Free Dhofar Family-friendly

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Curated with Muscat ShapersThe Muscat hub of the Global Shapers Community, a World Economic Forum youth initiative. They helped gather Oman's regions, attractions and trails.

Ubar (Shisr) is a top attraction in Salalah, Dhofar, Oman.

Entry: Free
Duration: 45-90 min

About

Ubar, at the village of Shisr on the edge of the Empty Quarter, is the site of a lost frankincense caravan town sometimes called the "Atlantis of the Sands," and one of the UNESCO "Land of Frankincense" components. Its ruins sit around a collapsed limestone sinkhole that once fed a vital desert well on the trade route. Excavations here revealed a fortified settlement and pottery from across the ancient world. Remote and atmospheric, it is usually visited as part of a longer desert trip out to the dunes of the Rub al Khali.