OMAN

In a region notorious for religious extremism, turbulence and unrest, Omanstands out as an oasis of calm and composure. A growing number of visitorsare discovering a land of awe-inspiring natural landscapes: mountains,ravines, cliffs, canyons, desert and coastline sweltering under the MiddleEastern sun. In this fully revised and updated Bradt guide, author DianaDarke describes in detail the archaeological wonders, nature reserves andworld-class diving sites of this spellbinding sultanate. Visitors can soakup the spicy, perfumed souk atmosphere, watch a camel race or camp out withthe Bedouin under the stars. Brimming with up-to-date information onrestaurants and bars, hotels, sports facilities and trip itineraries,Bradt's Oman has everything for the traveller who wants to explore the landbeyond the myth.