Sur
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Sur
Sur was an important city where the east coast was defended for a long time in Oman.
The dhow construction of SUR is famous. Also because it is a base town for sight seeing to the wadi, to the desert, and to Ras al Hadd (sea turtle egg laying ground), the tourist never becomes extinct.
Moreover, the creek is famous because of the flamingo.
The image of Oman is often symbolized to the dhow from Arabs.
How to get to
From Muscat
It takes 3 hours and 30 minutes by car.
From Mintrib
It takes 1 hour and 20 minutes by car.
From Ras Al Hadd
It takes 50 minutes by car.
Map
Area Highlights
Fish Market
There is a Fish Market in Sur where you can find a daily catch of fresh fish.
Bilad Sur Castle
The castle at Bilad Sur, known for its unusual tower, is surrounded by lush groves of date palm.
Strategically positioned inland from the sea to protect against raiding tribes from the interior , the fort is part of a comprehensive network of regional defence five fortresses and numerous watchtowers.
8:30 - 14:30 (Su - Th）
Fee： Free
Strategically positioned inland from the sea to protect against raiding tribes from the interior , the fort is part of a comprehensive network of regional defence five fortresses and numerous watchtowers.
8:30 - 14:30 (Su - Th）Fee： Free
Sunaysilah Castle
Sunaysilah Castle stands high on a knoll overlooking the seafaring and boat-building town of Sur.
Based on an archetypal square plan with round towers at each of its four corners, this dominating fortress is said to be more than 300 years old.
8:30 - 14:30 (Su - Th）
Fee： Free
Based on an archetypal square plan with round towers at each of its four corners, this dominating fortress is said to be more than 300 years old.
8:30 - 14:30 (Su - Th）Fee： Free
Qalhat (Bibi Mariam's Tomb)
The most has been destroyed by the invasion of Portugal in 14th century though Qalhat was a major port where Oman was connected with India in 13th century.
30 minutes from Sur or Tiwi. (4WD is necessary)
30 minutes from Sur or Tiwi. (4WD is necessary)
Photo Album
Sur 1
Sur 2
Sur 3
Sur 4
Sur 5
Sur 6
Sur 7
Sur 8
Sur 9
Bibi Mariam's Tomb 1
Sunay Silah Castle 1
Sunay Silah Castle 2
Bilad Sur Castle 1
Bilad Sur Castle 2
Bilad Sur Castle 3
Bilad Sur Castle 4
