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Oman / Al Batinah
/ Rustaq
The wilayat of Rustaq is in the Western Hajar, at the south of
the Batinah. Rustaq was once the capital of Oman, during the era
of Imam Nasir bin Murshid al Ya'arubi. Rustaq fort, built four
centuries prior to the dawn of Islam in Oman, is an imposing structure
built on three levels, containing separate houses, an armoury,
a mosque and four towers. The tallest tower stands over 18.5m
high and has a diameter of 6m. Hazm Fort is an outstanding example
of Omani Islamic architecture and was built in 1711AD. The fort's
roof is built on columns, and contains no wooden supports. Its
walls can withstand great impact, being no less than 3m thick.
Rustaq is
an area of healing, warm springs, the most notable being Ain al
Kasafa.
Its water
runs at 45degC and is regarded as a cure for rheumatism and skin
diseases due to its sulphur content. There are three popular wadis
to visit: Wadi Bani Ghafar; Wadi al Sahtan and Wadi Bani Auf.
In addition, the mountains are pitted with caves such as Al Sanaqha
Cave with its own subterranean springs. One of the main occupations
in Rustaq is beekeeping. Pure Omani honey is a most sought-after
commodity and is of the highest quality. Fruits such as pomegranates,
apricots, plums and grapes are grown on the foothills of Jebel
al Akhdar and brought to Rustaq for sale.
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