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Observer
11-08-2025
- Observer
'Dhofar: A natural history wonder' exhibition opens
SALALAH: An exhibition titled 'Dhofar: A Natural History Wonder' was inaugurated on Sunday at the Museum of the Frankincense Land in Salalah. The exhibition is organised by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism in cooperation with the Natural History Museum in Muscat and the Museum of the Frankincense Land in Dhofar Governorate. The exhibition was opened under the auspices of Dr Abdullah bin Ali al Amri, Chairman of the Environment Authority, and will run until August 31. The exhibition showcases the mountain and marine environments of Dhofar, displaying a diversity of rare wildlife found worldwide, along with the various plants that grow across the governorate's wilayats. It also features a scientific collection on the natural history of Dhofar. Osama bin Mohammed al Rawas, Director of the Museum of the Frankincense Land, stated that the exhibition, launched by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, aims to enhance environmental protection awareness, highlight the importance of conserving natural resources, and provide an educational and recreational platform for visitors of all ages. He added that the exhibition is uniquely displayed across different halls of the museum, making it accessible to all visitors during the khareef season. This is intended to activate the governorate's role as a global tourist destination. He also noted that the exhibition contributes to supporting Omani identity, documenting local natural heritage, and fostering opportunities for scientific research and collaboration with academic and community institutions. - ONA
Muscat Daily
11-08-2025
- Muscat Daily
Dhofar: A Marvel of Natural History exhibition opens in Salalah
By OUR CORRESPONDENT Salalah – An exhibition called 'Dhofar: A Marvel of Natural History' opened at Land of Frankincense Museum in Salalah on Sunday, organised by Ministry of Heritage and Tourism in cooperation with the Natural History Museum in Muscat. Inaugurated by Abdullah bin Ali al Amri, Chairman of Environment Authority, it will run till August 31. The exhibition highlights Dhofar's mountainous and marine environments and its unique wildlife found in wilayats across the governorate. It also features a scientific collection showcasing the natural history of the region. Osama bin Mohammed al Rawas, Director of the Land of Frankincense Museum, said, 'The exhibition aims to raise awareness on environmental protection and the importance of preserving natural resources, while providing an educational and entertainment platform for visitors of all ages.' The exhibition is taking place during khareef giving visitors an opportunity to explore Dhofar in its element. 'It also consolidates the governorate's position as a global tourist destination, while supporting Omani identity, documenting local natural heritage, and allowing opportunities for scientific research and cooperation with academic and community institutions,' Rawas added.
