Oman's Tale of Two Cities: Nizwa and Jabreen, a Millennia-Spanning Fortress Epic
Nizwa Fort
by MAKENZIE ZIMMERMAN
Oct 25, 2025
by MAKENZIE ZIMMERMAN
Oct 25, 2025
Getting There - Nizwa is approximately 1.5hr drive from Muscat the current capital.
Attractions - Nizwa is the old capital of Oman. It's known for its iconic 17th century fort with a massive cylindrical tower. Its bustling traditional souq is famous for silver and handicrafts. It offers diverse goods from fresh produce to traditional Omani daggers reflecting Nizwa's rich cultural heritage as a former capital.
Hotels - We stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton Muscat Qurum.
Food & Restaurants and Shopping - There are small locally owned shops and restaurants around the area. The items are priced reasonably and the food from whenever we tried was delicious.
#nizwa #nizwafort #oman #shopping #culture #middleeast
Post by ahmedmaaiee | Apr 4, 2025













