Sur

Historically one of Oman's most important maritime trading ports, Sur once dominated the Indian Ocean dhow trade connecting Arabia with East Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. The town still operates a working dhow yard where traditional wooden vessels are constructed using techniques passed down through generations, making it one of the last active traditional boatyards in Arabia. A lagoon at the edge of the old town regularly attracts flamingos and other wading birds against a backdrop of restored watchtowers.