Oman - sultanate of Oman
The Sultanate of Oman is an independent country in the southeastern quarter of the Arabian peninsula. It is bordered by the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. The Sultanate of Oman has been viewed as strategically important due to its position at the mouth of the Gulf.
Climate of Oman
The climate of Oman is hot and dry. The average rainfall in the country ranges from 76 to 102mm annually. Summers are extremely hot and winters are quite warm. The climate of the coastal plain is moderated by the monsoons.
Oman Attractions
Oman is known for its popular tourist attractions. wadis, deserts, beaches and mountains are areas which make Oman unique to it neighboring GCC nations. Most of the major malls are located in Muscat, the capital.
Education in Oman
Education in Oman is provided free of charge up to the end of secondary education, though attendance is not mandatory at any level. The ministry of education is responsible for building schools, setting educational policies, curriculum planning, teachers allocation and books design and writing. Oman is remarkably stable country in the Middle East. Current GDP per capita has expanded continuously in the past half-a-century.
Economy of Oman
Oman's economic performance improved significantly in 1999 due largely to the mid-year upturn in oil prices. Agriculture and fishing are the traditional way of life in Oman. Dates and limes make up most of the country's agricultural exports. Poultry production is steadily rising. The government is undertaking many development projects to modernize the economy and improve the standard of living.
