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Real Name: `Sir` Geoff of Tintagel
Lives In: Altarnun, UK
Member Since: Feb 01, 2001
VT Rank: 316

 

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Geoffs Recollections of Old Oman

by Geoff_Wright - last update: Mar 13, 2004

'Marhaba'
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I was last in Oman during the period 1975 until April 1977, when I was serving on secondment from the British Army to The Sultan's Armed Forces. I worked in Muaskar al-Murtafa'a, near Seeb, as the Force Clerical Training Instructor. I made many Omani and Baluchi friends during my stay, and have fond recollections of my experiences. My aim now is to revisit Oman as soon as I can, and I am actively seeking to trace at least some of the Omani friends I once knew.

I have added a couple of Travelogues of snapshots taken at various locations. Please have a look before leaving Oman. Thanks.

Further Snapshots of Old Oman
Bahla Fort in 1976
A Message from my Omani friend Abdallah, on the occasion of Ramadan:

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"My beloved kins, valuable friends and dear associates,
Ramadan Kareem wa kul a'am wa untum bi alf kheir!

"The people have gathered on their roofs,
to witness the moon of Ramadan,
and a wish flutters in every breast,
to be the first to perform this deed.

And then someone points to the moon,
so thin, so distant; yet clear,
many hands are raised instantly,
with hearts brimming with prayers"

On this blessed and glorious occasion, May Allah bestow on you all his blessings and peace, may find this ramadan time to reflect, atone and enjoy.

Ramadan Kareem,
Abdallah."
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Geoff_Wright's Oman Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 2 - Photos: 2
 
Restaurants
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
Hotels & Accommodations
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
Tips: 7 - Photos: 7
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
 
Transportation
Tips: 1
Local Customs
Tips: 5
 
Packing Lists
Tips: 1
Shopping
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips
Tips: 8 - Photos: 8

Geoff_Wright's Oman Travelogues
Title [Click to view]Travel YearPictures
Further snapshots of Old Oman- 22
A Further Selection of SnapshotsApril, 1977 20
%cr%b%mRamadan%mApril, 1977 1
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Comments for Geoff_Wright about Oman
jadidi Sun Sep 6, 2009 04:49 UTC
 Privileged access to this cool site I'm from Oman and also Bahla is a beautiful city, historic and beautiful images that impressed me if you desire Bhozatk Photos PersianTools of Bahla and old, if possible .. Thanks a lot
Arkeolog Wed Apr 1, 2009 09:03 UTC
 Hi Geoff, I liked Oman in your way. Your tips are useful. Bora
jumpingnorman Wed Feb 11, 2009 16:01 UTC
 The Wadi Sahtan looks great -- amazing! Oman looks exciting from your tips, thanks for sharing. Greetings from Arizona, Norman :)
dohani Tue Dec 2, 2008 08:51 UTC
 well done Geoff keep it up ....
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