Time to tick off my 172nd nation – Oman! After exploring the gorgeous metropolis of Muscat, we headed to Sur the place we stayed for 3 days and a couple of nights. And on this metropolis, our residence was Sur Plaza Lodge.
Situated simply 220 kilometers from the capital metropolis, Muscat, Sur is understood for its shipyards which have been very important relating to the town’s maritime previous. On account of its location, Sur additionally grew to become a vital metropolis for sailors and merchants, particularly these from East Africa and India. That is additionally why seeing massive picket boats on this metropolis isn’t a surprise in any respect!
Good after our fantastic day touring Muscat and the desert, we drove straight to Sur to spend our 3 days and a couple of nights whereas additionally exploring the close by sights. The second we arrived on the Sur Plaza Lodge, Mr. Mahesh and his crew already gave us a heat welcome! We felt so at residence that they even gave us items and surprises! Extra about Sur and Sur Plaza Lodge beneath!
Issues To Do in Sur, Oman
1. Wadi Shab
When you like mountaineering, it is a must-do! Wadi Shab is a really spectacular panorama! You’ll hike barely uphill via the wadi over rocks and stones till you stand in entrance of the clear, cool lake. It’s advisable to put on comfy footwear because the stones will be very sharp. In case you have seen the arid panorama of Oman earlier than, it’s virtually like a fairy story.
2. Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve
A tremendous place however with lots of vacationers. Within the night, you possibly can watch the laying of eggs, and within the morning, the digging and hatching of the newborn turtles. Sadly, there isn’t a lot price seeing within the space close by.
3. Sur Maritime Museum
A go to to this small open-air museum is price doing. It provides rewarding photograph alternatives, significantly the big dhow. After that, you possibly can pay a go to to the close by shipyard that we extremely suggest so you possibly can watch the craftsmen constructing or restoring dhows.
4. Go to the Castles
Among the best issues to do in Sur is to go to its well-known historic monuments – the castles! That is the place you’ll be taught extra about this historic Omani Metropolis and the way historical past formed it into what it’s now.
- Bilad Sur Citadel – This totally renovated fort is positioned on the outskirts of Sur, wherein a number of inside rooms have been ready and will be visited. It is just round 200 years previous and was supposed as a protection towards invading tribes from the mountain area/desert.
- Ras al Hadd Citadel – Simply exterior bustling Sur, the well-renovated complicated within the standard Ottoman fort model is properly price a go to. Whereas there isn’t a lot to see within the few accessible inside areas, the guides there make up for it with their heat demeanor and native tales.
- Al Sinaisilah Citadel – Al Sinaisilah Citadel in central Sur is a well-restored and maintained fortification. The few out there rooms are signposted and partly lovingly embellished. There are additionally adequate parking areas, a bathroom, and picnic areas on the positioning.
The place to Keep in Sur, Oman
We visited so many locations in Muscat earlier than we drove to Sur. Sur Plaza Lodge, hosted by Mr. Mahesh and his crew, welcomed us with a number of items and surprises. We have been spoiled! Haha!
At Sur Plaza Lodge, our room was upgraded to Govt King Room which is admittedly cool! It’s geared up with a flat-screen satellite tv for pc TV and free Wi-Fi. The fashionable decor additionally feels very enjoyable within the eyes. The mattress? Oh wow, I felt like I don’t need to get off the bed anymore, however I gained’t lose the possibility to discover Oman, so it was a tricky choice! Haha! For individuals who are on a good funds, Sur Plaza Lodge additionally has a typical room.
Eating places at Sur Plaza Lodge
This is among the major the explanation why it’s tough to go away Sur Plaza Lodge, the eating places! There are 2 major eating places on the lodge – Oyster Restaurant and Al Najoom by the Pool Facet.
Oyster Restaurant
This restaurant overlooks the pool with a tremendous view of the mountain and is positioned within the foyer space of the lodge. With the dishes they provide, it virtually seems like we have been having a meals tour all over the world! Sure, they don’t solely provide oysters, that’s what I assumed too haha!. They’ve conventional Omani/Arabic, Continental, Chinese language/Oriental, and Asian dishes in buffet and a la carte model. These scrumptious cuisines are already sufficient to make me blissful!
Restaurant Schedule:
Breakfast – 6:00 am to 10:00 am
Lunch – 11:00 am to three:00 pm
Dinner – 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm
Al Najoom by the Pool Facet
Al Najoom by the Pool Facet means “Stars by the Pool Facet”. By the identify itself, it’s positioned by the pool. What’s nice about right here is you possibly can benefit from the one-of-a-kind Omani hospitality and the fantastic views of Sur due to its open-air seating.
Excursions
Another excuse why it is best to spend your days at Sur Plaza Lodge is the excursions they provide. Visitors can get pleasure from a Dhow Cruise on the pure coastal panorama of Ras Al Hadd. You’ll get to expertise an hour-long cruise exploring the charming locations in Sur, Oman.
Oops! That’s not sufficient, whereas cruising, you too can have lunch or dinner on board. When you fancy fishing, then you possibly can attempt that too! The Dhow is totally furnished so I’m fairly positive you’ll have a memorable expertise right here (you too can rejoice your birthday on a cruise, yay!)
We solely had a restricted time in Oman so it was actually not sufficient, however I used to be so shocked by how enjoyable it’s to discover this charming nation! I’m simply so glad that Sur Plaza Lodge was part of my journey to go to all of the international locations on the earth.
