Muscat is the capital city of Oman, a sultanate on the Gulf of Oman ... This area is also home to the Al Alam Palace, which is closed to the public but can be viewed from the gates.

The desert kingdom of Oman is still somewhat of an ... it’s a picture-postcard sight. Old Muscat itself is home to the rather funky Al-Alam Palace, one of the Sultan’s official residences.

MUSCAT - The emir of Qatar is building a new “palace” in the Jebel al-Akhdar mountains in Oman. Construction at the site, which overlooks a scenic canyon 2,000m above sea level, began in late ...

This stunning city is surrounded by mountains and desert, with an eclectic blend of modern shopping centres and historic ...