Archaeological site and natural environment of Khor Rori

Component of 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.

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Details

Countries: Oman
ISO Codes: OM
Coordinates: 17.0417, 55.4333

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