Oman Information

INTRODUCTION TO OMAN :In the prehistoric era, Oman was originally known as Magan especially to the Persian and Mesopotamian people.

LOCATION OF OMAN : Sultanate of Oman is located in the southwestern region of the Asian continent, which is popularly known as the Middle East.Oman also occupies the southeastern region of the Arabian Peninsula. The bordering countries are United Arab Emirates towards the northwestern region, Yemen towards the southwestern region and Saudi Arabia towards the western side.

PHYSICAL MAP OF OMAN : Arabian Sea coast and the coast of Gulf of Oman occupy a large portion in the southern and eastern zone of the Sultanate of Oman. On the surface of Oman there are also some hilly areas, desert areas, mountains etc. The highest elevation of the country is the Jabal Shams peak that rises almost 2,980 meters above the sea. The lowest point however is the Arabian Sea.

CLIMATE OF OMAN : the climate of Oman is more or less dry throughout the year because of the desert regions. The coastal regions are wet and warm. The summer months are May to September. In this period the weather remains rainy and hot. The interior regions of the country are characterized with more arid weather.

FLORA AND FAUNA OF OMAN :

•  Flora : The flora of Oman has variety. Unique species of desert shrub and desert grass grow in large amount in the forests of the country. Light vegetation is seen in the interior desert regions of Oman. Dhofar and the mountains regions of the country are known for greater vegetation because rainfall is heavier in this area. Coconut, frankincense etc grow in the hilly regions. Oleanders and acacias are also found bountifully.

•  Fauna : Animal life is also rich in Oman. Cattles, camels, cheetah, fox, wolf, hyena, hare etc are found in the forests of Oman. Various categories of birds like Arabian see-see partridge, redleg chukor partridge, Muscat bee-eater etc can also be seen in this country. In the water bodies, you will also find some rare species of fishes.