Salalah is a coastal town in the western region of Dhofar in Oman. Around 200,000 people live here, in this city, where history and modernity combine: traditional architecture alongside new concrete buildings, past glamor alongside new glamor. Salalah is also known for the incense trade, which cannot be missed during a stroll through the market.
Salalah is scenic and charming with a number of wonderful tropical swim beaches.
Bilder zum Hafen Salalah / Oman
Cruise offers to the port Salalah / Oman
Firstly, the district of al-Hafa is worth seeing, where some of the traditional houses of limestone blocks still stand. And then, in the cooler hours of the evening, there should be a visit to the market, which not only exudes the scent of incense, but all sorts of other aromas of fruit, aromatic oils and spices. A special feature is the gold market. There is also the tomb of Prophet Emran (father of Moses) to visit. Tropical plantations and a bird sanctuary greet the city and offer rest should the brooding heat get to be too much.
Close to Salalah are the ruin city of Sumhuran. Past coconut palms, papayas, banana trees, incense trees and free-ranging camels, on a road between mountain chains you reach this magnificent excavation site. Now and then you can stop at a fishing village like Mirbat or Taqa. And finally arrived, the ruins lie picturesquely on a lagoon. They are a UNESCO world cultural heritage.
And last but not least, on the return ride Mughsail Beach attracts visitors. A beautiful beach with stunning views of the sea, with cliffs, blowholes and caves. There is also the opportunity for water sports.
Which cruise lines and ships sail to Salalah?
AIDA Cruises, Azamara Cruises, Costa Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard, Explora Journeys, MSC Cruises, Nicko Cruises, Oceania Cruises, P&O Cruises, Phoenix, Princess Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Seabourn, Silversea Cruises
In which country / island is Salalah located?
