Nizwa Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Ad Dakhiliyah governorate, Oman
About Nizwa
Nizwa was the capital ofOmanin 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, the most highly prized varieties of which are khalas and khumaizi. Nizwa is located at the base of theHajar Mountains, and can be a good base for day trips in
Top Attractions in Nizwa
Explore the best things to see and do in Nizwa:
- ★Falaj Daris
- ★Goat Souq
- ★Nizwa Fort
- ★Nizwa Souq
Where to Eat in Nizwa
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Bahjat Al Sham
- 🍴Lulu Hypermarket
Where to Stay in Nizwa
- 🏨Al Diyar Hotel
- 🏨Falaj Daris
- 🏨Majan Guest House
- 🏨Safari Hotel
Nizwa Travel Guide Sections
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