Located near the eastern coast of Oman, Masirah or Mazeira Island is of great interest to curious travellers. The island is interesting, first of all, for its unique natural wealth. Rare species of turtles live in the coastal waters. Mount Madrub is the highest point. Its height is 256 meters. A walk through the foothill areas will give you a lot of impressions. The top of the mountain opens a chic panoramic view of the surroundings.
There is a great choice of goods by European brands here on Masirah Island. Bags, women’s and men’s clothes, footwear, and bijou – you can find all this stuff here. All in all, … Open
Masirah Island is just about to become highly popular among tourists from all over the world. Today your children and can have wonderful holidays in three- or four-star hotels. There you can … Open
Many years fishing has remained the main craft for indifenous people.There is certainly an excellent fish market in each village. A large fish reprocessing factory operates on the island and offers excellent guided walks for everyone.The military air base of Oman is, unfortunately, a facility that is closed to the public. Tourists can assess its scope only from a distance. Masirah Island will appeal to those who want to stay away from large cities and prefer long walks. The presence of picturesque wild beaches on the island will also be a pleasant addition to the rest, as well as many attractive little stores, handicraft shops and small family restaurants in the villages.
Diverse cooking techniques and kinds of spices have been compensating a lack of food variety in the local cuisine for many centuries. But presently, Oman is not as secluded as it used to be, … Open
Just like many years ago, fishing remains the main occupation of local people. Dozens of fishing boats leave and return to the island every day. For a small fee, tourists can join fishermen and go fish with them. They are also welcome to rent a boat, all the necessary gear, and enjoy fishing alone. If the prospect of fishing doesn’t look appealing, simply visit local fish markets – travelers will find dozens of fish species, fresh mussels, and many other types of exotic seafood.
If you decide to come to Masirah Island, remember that it’s a Muslim state. It’s worth noting that Oman is one of the most socially progressive countries in the bay. Women here … Open
Travelers, who prefer classical sandy beaches, will also not be disappointed. There are several calm sandy beaches on the island, but their choice is not big. Masirah is also famous as a large textile center. There are still several historical textile manufactories on the island. Local textile is not only high-quality but also inexpensive, so many tourists prefer to purchase it as a souvenir. As a rule, it is possible to find the best prices during excursions to textile manufactories. Colorful textile is also available for sale on local markets and in numerous specialty shops.