Salalah

Salalah, in southern Oman, is commonly referred to as Muscat's second city. Salalah is significant in today's world since it is the ancestral home of Ruler Qaboos, Oman's ruling sultan since 1970. You can see the spectacular Qaboos Palace and ancient buildings in Salalah's Old Town, known as the Haffa, during a visit to the city.

Salalah is known for its frankincense trade, so bring some home as a keepsake from the Haffa souk. Monsoon clouds from India send regular rain to the area between June and August, transforming the coastal region around Salalah into a green oasis with seasonal streams and waterfalls.

Location: Salalah, Oman
Best time to visit Salalah: The best time to visit Salalah is at any time of year. The best weather in Salalah is from October to April. However, because these are transitional months, the weather is still nice in May and September. The monsoon makes the climate humid from June through August, but the temperatures cool down.