<strong>Musandam Peninsula: </strong>This peninsula in the Musandam Governate is known as "the Norway of Arabia" due to its unique desert fjords.
Musandam Peninsula: This peninsula in the Musandam Governate is known as "the Norway of Arabia" due to its unique desert fjords.
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<strong>Khasab: </strong>The port city of Khasab is the capital of this Omani exclave.
Khasab: The port city of Khasab is the capital of this Omani exclave.
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<strong>Excursions: </strong>Several local companies arrange day-long cruises through the fjords in traditional boats known as dhows.
Excursions: Several local companies arrange day-long cruises through the fjords in traditional boats known as dhows.
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<strong>Khor Najd:</strong> The natural creek of Khor Najd is a popular spot with visitors.
Khor Najd: The natural creek of Khor Najd is a popular spot with visitors.
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<strong>Fort: </strong>The fort in Khasab was built by the Portuguese in the 17th century.
Fort: The fort in Khasab was built by the Portuguese in the 17th century.
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<strong>Telegraph Island:</strong> During the Victorian era, this islet housed a key station in the telegraph line linking London to British India.
Telegraph Island: During the Victorian era, this islet housed a key station in the telegraph line linking London to British India.
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<strong>Dolphin-spotting:</strong> Dolphins were plentiful on CNN's trip through the local waters.
Dolphin-spotting: Dolphins were plentiful on CNN's trip through the local waters.
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<strong>Alone at last: </strong>Musandam may be a little tricky to get to, but the rewards are very much worth it.
Alone at last: Musandam may be a little tricky to get to, but the rewards are very much worth it.
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