Nizwa

Nizwa (7) - View from the tower of Nizwa Fort

Nizwa is a historic city in Northern Oman.

Nizwa Halal Explorer

Nizwa was the former capital of Oman in the 6th and 7th century, and is known as one of the first cities in Oman to convert to Islam. For centuries it was a seat of conservative Islamic scholarship, and was considered to be so hostile to outsiders that even in the mid-20th century the explorer Wilfred Thesiger was forced to abandon his attempts to visit the city.

In the 1950s Nizwa revolted against the Sultan of Muscat; this was eventually suppressed with the aid of British forces. Since the 1970s it has quickly modernized, yet managed to retain its traditional character in its newer architecture. Today the city is known for date cultivation and the most highly prized varieties of which are khalas and khumaizi.

Nizwa is located at the base of the Hajar Mountains, and can be a good base for day trips into the mountains or nearby wadis. It is now after Muscat the second city most visited by foreigners.

Travel to Nizwa

22.91903|57.53574

Nizwa is about 1 hours 30 min southwest of Muscat on Highway 15. For travelers driving from Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates, it is just over a 3 hours drive on Highway 21.

• Oman National Transport Company - ONTC - Saqar Karsha (Agent) by the souq ☎ +968 25 431979, +968 99 449680 Runs buses to and from Muscat twice daily, with a travel duration of 2 hrs 20 min.

What to See

Nizwa_Fort - Nizwa Fort

• Nizwa Fort 22.933264, 57.530255 ☎ +968 26 5411844 Opening Hours: Sa-Thursday 09:00-16:00, Friday 09:00-11:00 OMR .50 Nizwa Fort Nizwa Fort - Built in 1668 by Imam Sultan bin Saif al Ya'rubi, this imposing fort is one of Oman's most-visited national monuments. In the early 1950s the large round tower of the fort was bombed by the British Royal Air Force during the revolt. It houses a museum, and from the tower there are good views of Nizwa and the surrounding date plantations.

• Falaj Daris Highway 21 22.971443, 57.548949 northern outskirts of Nizwa - Free Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman FalajDaris.JPG One of five aflaj, gravity-fed irrigation systems which are collectively listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this falaj has been in operation since at least 500 CE, although it is believed a similar irrigation system has been used in the area since 2500 BCE. A pleasant park has been created around one section of the falaj, and makes an ideal spot for a picnic.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Nizwa

Nizwa Souq - Local crafts for sale at the souq

• Nizwa Souq 22.932799, 57.531709 near the castle Nizwa Souq - Opening Hours: early morning until 11:30 This lively souq has separate sections for vegetables, Meat, and pottery. The eastern sections are the most atmospheric as they have not yet been renovated.

• Goat Souq 22.931416, 57.532589 a round structure near the main souq Opening Hours: Thursday & Friday mornings Be there at around 07:30 and you can enjoy the last hour of the goat market. Business is brisk with a lot of shouting, haggling and handslaps. Truly Arabian and wonderful.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Nizwa

Nizwa is famous for its handcrafted silver khanjars (daggers), and noted for silver craftsmanship in general. You can find good pieces at the souq, but you'll have to bargain hard. The souq is also a good source for antiques, including Maria Theresa thalers, once used as Oman's official currency.

Vanilla, saffron, spices, dried lemons and nuts of all types are also good purchases, and can be found in the older section of the souq. This is also a good place to pick up some of Nizwa's prized dates.

Halal Food

• Bahjat Al Sham Highway 21 22.905409, 57.53297 next to the Al Diyar Hotel ☎ +968 25 412409 Good, affordable international menu. Unlicensed.

• Lulu Hypermarket - 22.87665, 57.537446 ☎ +968 25 415900 +968 25 415999 Opening Hours: Sa-Thursday 08:00-23:45; Friday 08:00-11:00, 16:30-23:45 Has a full hot and cold deli. This is a good place to stock up if you're heading into the mountains for a couple of days.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Nizwa

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Al Diyar Hotel - Highway 21 22.906193, 57.532952 ☎ +968 25 412402 +968 25 412405 OMR 35-55/night - Has Wi-Fi, pool, gym, and restaurant.

• Falaj Daris - 22.895637, 57.530581 ☎ +968 24 410500 Check-in: 14:00 / Check-out: 12:00 OMR 58+ - Has onsite restaurant, two pools, and gym. This hotel is popular with Omanis and tourists.

• Majan Guest House - Highway 21 22.92821, 57.53718 ☎ +968 25 431910
• Safari Hotel 22.879358, 57.536792 ☎ +968 25 432150 3 star hotel with fitness centre, private massage, billiards, Turkish/steam bath, outdoor swimming swimmingpool and restaurant.

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