Al Alam Palace

Al Alam Palace, also known as Sultan's Palace and Sultan Qaboos Palace, is one of Sultan Qaboos' six royal homes in Muscat. It has a view of the Gulf of Oman. The ruling monarch's home, which has a 200-year history, was erected in 1972. The palace, which is bordered by lush green gardens and the Muttrah Harbor, is famed for its spectacular Islamic architecture. This official home is where the country's eminent visitors are hosted.

The Palace is surrounded by a variety of notable government buildings, including the Ministry of Finance, which has a beautiful gate that visitors to the palace should not miss. By traveling along the right side arches of the palace and passing through one of the two gates that exist there, you may view the Ministry of Finance gate.

Al Alam Palace is bordered by the forts of Al Jalali and Mirani, both of which are closed to the public. Both forts were constructed around the time of the Portuguese conquest of Muscat in the 16th century. Driving down the Al Alam road near the Omani French Museum, where you can practically literally park your car behind the palace, you can get a closer look at both forts and a spectacular view of the back of the palace.

Imam Sultan Bin Ahmed, Sultan Qaboos' seventh direct grandfather, designed Al Alam Palace. It was originally known as the Bait Al Alam and was renovated as a royal home in 1972. Visitors will, however, be limited to viewing the Palace from outside the gates and taking photographs from there.

Location: Muscat, Oman