Thumrait

Thumrait (also spelled Thumrayt) is in Dhofar.

Understand

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Thumrait was historically known as an important stop along the frankincense trading route. In modern times it is the site of Thumrait Air Base, and for travelers is a convenient rest stop.

Get in

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Map
17°36′11″N 54°1′54″E
Map of Thumrait

Thumrait is located on Highway 31 connecting Salalah with Nizwa, about 90km north of Salalah.

Get around

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See

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Do

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  • 17.5952754.019081 Camel races. Held twice a year, in November and January. OSM directions 

Buy

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  • 17.6112554.034991 Supermarket. OSM directions 

Eat

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  • 17.6127554.03541 Thumrait Palace Restaurant (Opposite Royal Oman Police Complex.), ☏ +968 23 279121, . 11am to 2am. Wide parking area. Arabic, Chinese, Indian and Continental. Tasty food and good service. Separate family cabin. Wi-Fi. OSM directions 

Drink

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Sleep

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  • Thumrayt Hotel (near the petrol station), ☏ +968 23 279371, fax: +968 23 279373. Operated by Indians, with an onsite restaurant. RO 12+/singles, RO 15+/doubles. 

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