The picturesque nation of Oman is well-reputed for its many tourist attractions. If you are interested in a family hotel Oman offers an appealing selection would be Al Wadi Sohar. This fine accommodation will provide comfortable rooms with attentive hospitality so that its guests are assured of a pleasant stay.
If you are sightseeing in Oman you should make it a point to explore the handsome Bahla Fort. This magnificent construction is reputed to be amongst the largest and most ancient forts in the country of Oman. It is also the only such fort in the nation to have been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accordingly to official sources the most ancient sections of this edifice were constructed as long ago as 500 BC.
Bahla Fort is remarkable for its sheer size and features numerous towers, wells and mosques. The oldest sections of the structure are situated towards the left hand side of the fort and are known collectively as Al Qabasah. The entire fort compound is immense and you will need a number of hours if you desire to explore every room.
Bahla Fort is in fact one of several historically significant fortresses located near the highlands of Djebel Akhdar. The greater part of the fort was constructed during the 13th as well as the 14th century, at which time the area was prosperous and thriving under the control of the tribe known as the Banu Nebhan.
Even today the towers and adobe battlements of the fort rise 165 feet over its sandstone base. Before the year 1987 this edifice was neglected and was in a dilapidated state. However the intervention of the government of Oman, which invested a great deal of time and money on the fort ensured its survival. Visitors will today be enthralled by this splendid construction which provides a true suggestion of its glory in times past.
Nigel Walters is a travel writer, who writes under the pen name, Fritzjames Stephen. His content is based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life. Google+
