UNESCO WHCCulturalInscribed 2000

Land of Frankincense

Overview

The frankincense trees of Wadi Dawkah and the remains of the caravan oasis of Shisr/Wubar and the affiliated ports of Khor Rori and Al-Baleed vividly illustrate the trade in frankincense that flourished in this region for many centuries, as one of the most important trading activities of the ancient and medieval world.

About Land of Frankincense

The Land of Frankincense is a site in Oman on the Incense Road. The site includes frankincense trees, Khor Rori and the remains of a caravan oasis, which were crucial to the medieval incense trade.

Selection Criteria

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Components(4 locations)

•Archaeological site of Shisr1010-001
•Archaeological site of al-Balid1010-003
•Frankencense Park of Wadi Dawkah1010-004
•Archaeological site and natural environment of Khor Rori1010-002

Details

Countries: Oman
ISO Codes: OM
Area: 849.88 ha
Coordinates: 18.2533, 53.6476

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