On the road

This is a miscellany of photos along the way. The 1st 2 pictures are of the scenery south of Muscat. The 3rd picture is a sinkhole that is the centerpiece of a park. The next 2 pictures are a bit farther south: a look at the seaside from the road; and a glance at a gazelle in a wildlife refuge.
The 6th picture is in Wada Tiwi, a year round water feature.
The next 3 pictures are in Sur and historic shipbuilding town. Two are at an active shipyard that builds new and refurbishes old wooden ships, mostly dhows, traditional Arabian ships. The 9th picture is the old harbor at Sur. The 10th picture shows the coastline south of Sur.
The Last 2 pictures are an unusual mosque. The outside picture shows some of the 52 domes on the building. The domes work well to provide light and ventilation without electricity, though power has now been added. The last picture is of the interior. The building is undergoing restoration.Read more