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Living in Muscat, Oman:
Tips for Moving and Visiting

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If you've been wondering what it's like to live in or visit Muscat, the Crowdsourced Explorer community can help. We asked 11 people living in Muscat what someone who is considering moving to or visiting there should know. Here are their pros and cons, tips, and advice:

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Be aware of the extreme heat associated with summer months here in Oman. It’s also quite a traditional city so they’ll need to dress conservatively and respect local customs. Public transport is still rather limited so having a car is a necessity. I very much enjoy living here.

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Living in Imus is quite simple and progressive. People has their own daily task in living and it is accessible for all daily needs. The transportation is not that hard to find and it is 24 hours available. People in the neighborhood are friendly.

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Muscat is the capital of the Sultanate of Oman. In summer, the temperature can easily reach 48 degrees Celsius. Rainfall is limited and humidity is extremely high, especially during June and July. Just like the weather, the people are warm and hospitable.

The city is wedged between the calm waters of the Arabian Gulf and the Hajar Mountains. There are no high-rise buildings to spoil the magnificent views of the glorious landscape.

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Everybody should try to visit Muscat once in their lifetime. You can feel Arab life here. This city is the capital city of Oman and one among the most populated cities. It’s one of the main hubs for tourists. Tourists actually enjoy coming here. It has one of the world’s most oldest bazaar know as Muttrah souq.

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Nandhu, says: 2020

Someone moving to Muscat must know that the locals are conservative and they appreciate you if you respect their culture and religion. The locals are very warm and hospitable and always eager to lend a helping hand. They can be the nicest people if you respect them. This country is blessed with natural beauty and a vast coastline.

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Anselmo, says: 2020

public transport is not always available. knowing how to drive is a must. The city is clean. Traffic is less compared to other cities. Cost of living is not too high. The locals are friendly and helpful people. Football (soccer) is the preferred sport. The local cuisine consists of a lot of rice.

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Aarohi, says: 2020

Muscat is the Sultanate of Oman’s capital city. Moving to Muscat can be quite exciting; however, while it’s usually not difficult to obtain a tourist visa, work visas typically take a bit more effort. Oman also borders Saudi Arabia and Yemen. Oman does not have the reputation for glitz and commerce or as a top tourist destination. However, its popularity is growing.

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Saoirse, says: 2020

If someone moves to the city of Muscat, he or she should consider having a good-paying salary job. The cost of living in Muscat is high, considering the prices of basic commodities. Also, having a car is very needed in the city. The most important of all is an open-mind on religious beliefs.

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Muscat is one of the cleanest and safest cities in the world. Nature lovers and outdoor explorers would have a great time on weekends. The nightlife and party scene can be a bit out of sync with the ethos of the place. Excellent infrastructure and good living standards are par for the course for average wage earners.

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Anselmo, says: 2020

It is a beautiful city with amazing natural beauty to experience. Nature is a thing of beauty and one can immensely be more than just pleased to experience it. The people here are jovial and lively and extremely hospitable. A variety of population resides here and so does a variety of and delicious cuisines. Last but not the least, it is surely a place, one can call home, soon.

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Aarohi, says: 2020

The main language used for communication in Muscat is Arabic followed by English. Muscat is the capital of Oman with over two million expatriates and citizens residing in the capital.

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Ranjit, says: 2020

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