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Muscat- Muscat Municipality has announced the temporary closure of Al Naseem Public Park and Al Amerat Public Park, starting Tuesday, December 10, 2024. Muscat Municipality has announced the temporary closure of Al Naseem Public Park and Al Amerat Public Park, starting Tuesday, December 10, 2024. The closure will allow for the final preparations ahead of the highly anticipated “Muscat Nights” events. “We thank you for your understanding and cooperation,” the Municipality said in a statement. “We look forward to welcoming you soon to enjoy the special atmosphere of Muscat Nights.”
Muscat- Muscat Flower Festival is set to debut as part of the Muscat Nights Festival, transforming Qurum Natural Park into an impressive floral spectacle.Oman’s first-ever Muscat Flower Festival is set to debut as part of the Muscat Nights Festival, transforming Qurum Natural Park into an impressive floral spectacle. This festival celebrates the beauty of nature, arts and diverse environments. Organized by Muscat Municipality, this inaugural event is slated to be held from December 23, 2024, to January 21, 2025. It promises to be a captivating celebration of nature’s beauty, featuring world-class floral displays from international floral designers and spotlighting Omani…
Muscat- In a groundbreaking achievement, the Sultanate of Oman successfully launched its first experimental scientific space rocket, Duqm-1, making history as the first space launch experiment in the Middle East. The rocket’s successful journey marks a significant milestone in Oman’s aspirations to establish itself as a regional gateway to space. The historic launch took place at 10:05 am (Oman time) on December 5, from a site located 18 degrees north, 56 degrees east, south of the Wilayat of Duqm. The launch was conducted by Etlaq Company, a subsidiary of the National Space Services Company (NASCOM), under the supervision of the…
Muscat- Muscat Municipality has announced the temporary closure of Qurum Natural Park, effective Thursday, December 5, 2024. The closure is to facilitate the final preparations for the highly anticipated ‘Muscat Nights’ Festival. The Municipality has expressed its gratitude for the public’s understanding and looks forward to welcoming visitors back to the park once the preparations are complete. Muscat Nights is a major annual event that attracts visitors from across the country and the region. The festival features a variety of activities and entertainment, including cultural performances, food festivals, and family-friendly events.
Muscat- The Oman Across Ages Museum wins the prestigious Versailles World Architecture and Design Award for Best Exterior Design.Recognized as one of the most beautiful museums in the world, the award was announced by UNESCO during a ceremony in Paris. The museum qualified for the Versailles International Prize for Architecture and Design, a competition marking its 10th anniversary this year. For the first time in its history, the award spotlighted seven museums worldwide that have recently opened or undergone renovations. Each winner showcased exceptional creativity, a reflection of local heritage, and a commitment to environmental harmony. Since its inception in…
Muscat- The long-awaited Muttrah Cable Car project is finally underway, with work officially starting and a signboard now visible at the project site.The ambitious venture, set to become a major attraction for both locals and tourists, is expected to be completed in approximately 12 months. As per previous media reports, the cable car system will have three key points: the departure station at the Muttrah Fish Market on the Corniche, a mid-point near Al Riyam Park, where visitors can stop to enjoy refreshments, and the final destination at Kalbouh Park. The route will span around 5 km, with ticket prices…
Muscat- A mild earthquake measuring 2.3 on the Richter scale was recorded in the Wilayat of Al Amerat, Muscat Governorate. A mild earthquake measuring 2.3 on the Richter scale was recorded in the Wilayat of Al Amerat, Muscat Governorate, at 11:06 am today, according to the Sultan Qaboos University Earthquake Monitoring Center. The quake’s epicenter was located approximately 8 kilometers southwest of Muscat city at a depth of 10 kilometers beneath the surface. Although the tremor was felt in parts of the Al Amerat area, no damages or injuries have been reported. Residents living in areas like Muttrah and Al Wadi…
Muscat – The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) responded to a fire accident in a house located in the Al Jarda area of Al Mudhaibi in the North Al Sharqiyah Governorate.Fire brigades of the CDAA’s department in North Sharqiyah were deployed to the scene following reports of the fire. However, despite the efforts of the team to contain the blaze, two children tragically succumbed to injuries sustained in the fire
Muscat – Local cloud formations are forecast over parts of the Al Hajar Mountains, affecting the governorates of North Sharqiyah, Dakhiliyah, Muscat, North Batinah, and South Batinah. Medium clouds are also expected along the coasts of Al Wusta and Dhofar governorates, with chances of scattered rain. With the announcement of a four day weekend for the national day holidays, travelers are urged to exercise caution on the roads, especially in areas prone to changing weather conditions. Authorities remind motorists to drive safely and remain vigilant, particularly in mountainous and coastal regions where visibility may be reduced due to rain or clouds.…
Muscat- Muscat Municipality has announced the partial closure of Al Seeb Street before Al Zulfi Roundabout towards Muscat exit. As part of its road maintenance works within Muscat Governorate, the Municipality, in cooperation with the traffic department of Royal Oman Police, will close the Al Seeb Street from the evening of Tuesday, November 19, until the morning of Sunday, November 24, 2024. In a statement issued, municipality stated: “For the purpose of maintaining the damaged part of the street, the municipality asks everyone to take caution and follow the traffic instructions shown on the site.”