People visit Dibba Castle in the town of Dibba Al-Baya in Oman's Musandam Governorate, Feb. 20, 2025. (Xinhua/Yang Yiran) ...

Tourists visit the Musandam Fjords in Oman on Feb. 18, 2025. With steep cliffs, winding bays, and crystal-clear waters, the Musandam Fjords, located at the northernmost tip of Oman, is one of the ...

The Musandam Peninsula is sparsely populated, with only a few settlements beyond the town of Khasab. I suppose this is due to how separate it is. Note that, while this area is still part of Oman ...

Tourists visit Khasab Fort in the Musandam Governorate of Oman, Feb. 17, 2025. Built in the 17th century, Khasab Fort once served as a military stronghold, a judicial center, and the residence of ...