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Jalan Bani Bu Ali
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💡 Tips
- Visit the 52-domed Jami Mosque, but note that non-Muslims can usually only admire it from the outside.
- Exploring the old watchtowers is best done early in the morning to avoid the extreme midday heat.
- A 4x4 vehicle is highly recommended if you plan to explore the surrounding wadis or desert areas.
- Ensure you dress modestly, especially in traditional Omani towns like this one.
🍽 Food
Slow-roasted marinated lamb or goat, a traditional Omani specialty sometimes available in local restaurants.
Spiced rice with meat, a staple dish found in traditional eateries along the main roads.
Qahwa served with dates is the standard welcoming gesture and easily found in cafes.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Small local shops where you can find frankincense, dates, and everyday Omani goods.
Look for local artisans selling hand-crafted walking sticks or simple pottery.
The hills with watchtowers offer quiet, panoramic views over the town and palm groves.
The date palm plantations on the edge of town provide a shaded and tranquil environment.
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Jalan Bani Bu Ali is a wilayat in the Ash Sharqiyah South region with about 65,000 inhabitants, located about 240 kilometers southeast of Muscat. The city is famous for the Al-Hamouda Mosque, an extraordinary 52-domed mud-brick mosque built in the 16th or 17th century, one of the architectural treasures of the Sultanate of Oman. The wilayat has numerous historical watchtowers and forts, including the Bani Bu Ali Fort. In 1820, the infamous Battle of Bani Bu Ali took place here between British troops and local fighters, which ended in a heavy defeat for the British. About 25 kilometers south is the Wahiba Sands, one of the most impressive desert areas on the Arabian Peninsula. The region also borders the pristine beaches near Ashm.
- Location: Oman
- Nearby: Ras Al Hadd (58 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 21 | 22 | 25 | 29 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 25 | 22 |
| Rain mm | 7 | 7 | 13 | 8 | 5 | 15 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 6 |
Geography
Facts
- About 65,000 inhabitants in Ash Sharqiyah South
- About 240 kilometers southeast of Muscat
- The Al-Hamouda Mosque with 52 domes
- The mosque dates from the 16th or 17th century
- The Battle of Bani Bu Ali in 1820
- British defeat against local fighters
- About 25 kilometers to the Wahiba Sands
- Numerous watchtowers and forts
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