Best Five Caves To Visit In Oman

T-Mag Wednesday 27/April/2016 13:50 PM
By: Times News Service
Best Five Caves To Visit In Oman

1. Majlis Al Jin Cave
Visit Oman’s hidden gem, Majlis Al Jin, the world’s largest underground cave. Located on the Eastern side of Al Hajar Mountains in Quriyat region, near Fins, the gigantic cave has a dome-shaped ceiling with a height of 120 metres.
Latitude: 22°52’53.05”
Longitude: 59°6’17.63”

2. Teeq Cave and Tawi Ateer Sinkhole
Head south towards Salalah and have fun exploring, Tawi Ateer, one of the biggest solvent sinkholes in the world. Then continue on to the Teeq Cave at the top of the sinkhole. It has numerous entrances, narrow paths, waterfalls, and panoramic views.
Latitude: 17°11’29”
Longitude: 54°56’03”

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3. Jarnan Cave
A mesmerising cave located in Izki in the Al Dakhiliyah region, about 120 kilometres from Muscat, the Jarnan Cave holds great importance for local residents who can share endless stories and fables about the Jin and other mysteries of the cave.
Latitude: 22°55’2.45”
Longitude: 57°46’10”

4. Al Hoota Cave
One of the most popular caves in Oman, Al Hoota was discovered by local residents in Al Hamra, about a two-hour drive from Muscat. The cave has water springs, underground valleys, and a lake and is 5-kilometres deep, but visitors are only allowed in a distance of 860 metres.
Latitude: 22°58’24.84”
Longitude: 57°6’24.96”

5. Al Marnif Cave
Head to Shatti Al Mughsayl, about 40 kilometres from Salalah, and enjoy magnificent natural blow-holes, oceanic views, and the famous Al Marnif Cave. It is visitor-friendly, with a protective fence, seating areas, bridges, and walkways, and its outstanding beauty has made it a must-visit attraction in Dhofar.
Latitude: 16°44’9.02”
Longitude: 53°22’57.24”