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 ...