(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Muscat- With new investments and projects strengthening its portfolio, the Governorate of Dakhliyah is witnessing a huge influx of tourists during the winter.
Mountain peaks and tracks, heritage sites and ancient lanes are some of the most diverse and unique experiences and options for tourists visiting the governorate.
Khalil bin Saif al Tobi, director of tourism in the Governorate of Dakhliyah, said there are more than 30 tourist establishments in the governorate. They include seven tourist resorts, 15 inns, two high-level tourist camps, a heritage accommodation built on the original Omani privacy standards and specifications, four guesthouses and two green inns.
Work is under way on a number of tourism projects. They are expected to be completed soon. There is Green Cliff Resort in Seih Qitna, which includes chalets, rooms, gymnasium and other facilities. There is also a tourist resort project in the wilayat of Nizwa, as well as other projects, which are expected to be implemented in the future on government lands of the governorate.
Work is under way to improve and develop forts to prepare them to receive tourists. Work is being carried out in coordination with the Ministry of Heritage and Culture. Some old lanes are being relaid for the purpose.
There are 28 tourist offices in the governorate which have contributed to organising these tourist options.
Tobi said that when the winter season begins in the sultanate, there is an influx of tourists to enjoy the pleasant weather.
Jebel Akhdar becomes a unique destination preferred by tourists for various activities. Important activities in the area is exploration tours, adventure activities and experiencing Omani culture and history.
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