Maverick Guide to Oman 2nd

With the endorsement andassistance of the Omani government, the only guide to Oman has been thoroughlyupdated for the second edition.For naturalists, the rockformations, minerals, and fossils of Oman are textbook-quality, and the varietyof flora and fauna is awe-inspiring. For adventurers, there is wadi bashing, hiking, camping, and rock climbing. The landscape ranges from desert to oasis tomountain to coast, and the Omani people are among the most hospitable in theworld.This guide utilizes the familiarMaverick format to communicate everything a first-time traveler needs to know.The author lives in Oman and has made many of the treks he writes about. Hegives insight into the customs, history, and culture of the country, as well ashow to get along with the Omanis in the best possible fashion. Advice is givenon everything from asking permission to take pictures, to what type of vehicleto drive in certain areas, to which forts are open to the public, to what kindsof clothes to wear.

Product details

• Authors: Peter Ochs
• Publisher: Pelican Pub Co
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.11.1999
• EAN: 9781565546875
• ISBN: 978-1-56554-687-5
• No. of pages: 384
• Dimensions: 142 mm x 216 mm x 29 mm
• Weight: 522 g
• Series: Maverick Guide
• Subject: Travel > Travel guides > Middle East