About Oman
Oman- A MICE Destination
Oman is a tranquil destination offering diverse cultural, nature and adventure activities. The capital city Muscat is nestled between the Al Hajar Mountains and Gulf of Oman allowing endless possibilities of mixing business meetings with nature and adventure activities. Often referred to as ‘Middle East’s best kept secret tourism destination’, Oman is a blend of modern and the traditional, with its world charm still intact.
- Capital: Muscat
- Official Language: Arabic
- Area: 309,500 km2
- Currency: Rial (OMR)
- Climate
Summer temperatures in Muscat & northern Oman averaging 30 °C (86.0 °F) to 40 °C (104.0 °F) Annual rainfall in Muscat averaging 100 mm (3.9 in), falling mostly in January Summer temperatures in Salalah range from 20 °C (68.0 °F) to 30 °C (86.0 °F)
- Time Zone: GST (UTC+4)
- Business Hours:
Government Offices: Sunday to Thursday, 7 AM - 2.30 PM . Friday & Saturday Weekend Holidays Private Sector: Sunday to Thursday, 8 AM - 1 PM, 2-6 PM, Friday & Saturday Weekend Holidays Banks: Sunday to Thursday , 8 AM - 2 PM Friday & Saturday Weekend Holidays