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Muscat - a splendid old city
The old city of Muscat is surrounded by steep mountains on three sides,
while the eastern side opens up to the azure blue waters of the Arabian
Sea.
Less than a kilometre long, this historic city can boast two magnificent
forts, the Jalali and the Mirani, built by the Portuguese
in the 16th century to guard the port of Muscat
In addition there are many watchtowers on the surrounding cliffs.
This resilient trading port has survived intact for four hundred years.
Bait Muzna Gallery
Nestled in the heart of this sparkling clean city, the Bait Muzna Gallery also has its own unique history. Originally the home of a member of the Oman Royal Family, this traditionally styled house was renovated for use as an art gallery in 1999, opening its doors in January, 2000. This renovation came about through the vision and dedication of the American-born wife of a nephew of the original owner, Sayyida Muzna bint Nadir.
artwork by omani artists
at bait muzna gallery
Supporting
Omani art and artists
Art is the soul of a culture and the Gallery recognizes that contemporary art is an essential indicator of the state and progress of a society. As Oman continues to develop and open up to international business and tourism, Omani art and artists are set to benefit from this increased exposure. A main goal of Bait Muzna Gallery is to provide an accessible and welcoming venue to showcase these talents. Cooperation with the Omani Fine arts Society has helped in making this possible.