The Middle East has an array of intriguing cities and attractions to explore and experiences to appreciate. For a traveller in Muscat, a great place to see among the many hotspots is the Sohar Fort Museum, located at the Governorate of al-Batinah North, near the coast of Oman.
The ancient town of Sohar is famous as the home of the legendary Sinbad the sailor and has long had ties that bind the people here to the sea. If you’re looking for a place to stay here, there are plenty of good business Hotels in Sohar, like the Al Wadi Hotel for example, which is located close to many cultural heritage sites, like the Sohar Fort Museum.
The museum itself is located inside a stark, whitewashed structure that was built in the early 14th century by the Portuguese to look like a traditional Arabian fort. With its important location near the coast, this maritime town has plenty of stories to share if you’re interested in learning about the early trade relations and ancient seafaring that took place around these waters, and the important ties that were made between Oman and other empires.
Sohar Fort Museum displays a fascinating selection of artefacts that include nautical equipment, weaponry, and other such tools that were carried and used by the early sailors, along with many other items that were used daily by people who lived in that time period. Aside from the nautical exhibits, the museum’s many galleries also present an informative exhibition on the ancient copper industry in the country in addition to antiques and old coins.
The port of Sohar was once the greatest and most cosmopolitan part of the country; the home of famed adventurers and a major trading route of its day in the region, it’s much quieter here now but still worth a visit to this once great city.
Catalina Forbes is a travel writer who bases her content on many thrilling escapades experienced across the world. Google+
