Burka Fort Lookout

The soldiers used to look out into the Gulf of Oman for invaders through these numerous lookouts on top of the Fort.

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April 29th 2008
Oman is the land of Forts. Many forts adorn the whole country. We visited a handful ourselves. My favorite: Nakhl Fort. Built into the side of the mountain...the building's elevation rises and falls with the topography of the mountain. Great design skill. ... read more

Middle East » Oman » Muscat

In 1970, QABOOS bin Said Al Said ousted his father and has ruled as sultan ever since. His extensive modernization program has opened the country to the outside world and has preserved a long-standing political and military relationship with the UK. ... ... read more

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