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Fjord of Bandar Khairan, Sultanate of Oman 🇴🇲⁠ Scenic view of one of Oman’s gems where travelers can see dolphins in between stunning rocky mountains.⁠ A must-go place!⁠ ⁠ —“Take Nothing But Photos, Leave Nothing But Footprints” —⁠ ⁠ Fjord de Bandar Khairan, Sultanat d'Oman 🇴🇲⁠ Magnifique vue d'un des joyaux d'Oman où les voyageurs peuvent voir des dauphins entre de superbes montagnes rocheuses.⁠ Un endroit incontournable!⁠ ⁠ #Oman #Sea #Mountains #EarthCapture⁠ #arabian #wild #nikonmea #outdooroman #myarabia #desert #nature #naturelovers #outdoors #paysage #awesomeearth #wildernessculture #GoneOutdoor #beautifuldestinations #TravelNow #Globetrotter #undiscovered #travel #instapassport #instatraveling #mytravelgram #travelgram #travelingram #igtravel #voyageursdumonde #CondeNastTraveller

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Fjord of Bandar Khairan, Sultanate of Oman 🇴🇲⁠ Woman swimming in one of Oman’s gems where travelers can see dolphins in between stunning rocky mountains.⁠ A must-go place!⁠ ⁠ —“Take Nothing But Photos, Leave Nothing But Footprints” —⁠ ⁠ Fjord de Bandar Khairan, Sultanat d'Oman 🇴🇲⁠ l'un des joyaux d'Oman où les voyageurs peuvent voir des dauphins entre de superbes montagnes rocheuses.⁠ Un endroit incontournable!⁠ ⁠ #Oman #Sea #Mountains #EarthCapture⁠ #arabian #wild #nikonmea #outdooroman #myarabia #desert #nature #naturelovers #outdoors #paysage #awesomeearth #wildernessculture #GoneOutdoor #beautifuldestinations #TravelNow #Globetrotter #undiscovered #travel #instapassport #instatraveling #mytravelgram #travelgram #travelingram #igtravel #voyageursdumonde #CondeNastTraveller

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Fjord of Bandar Khairan, Sultanate of Oman 🇴🇲⁠ one of Oman’s gems where travelers can see dolphins in between stunning rocky mountains.⁠ A must-go place!⁠ ⁠ —“Take Nothing But Photos, Leave Nothing But Footprints” —⁠ ⁠ Fjord de Bandar Khairan, Sultanat d'Oman 🇴🇲⁠ l'un des joyaux d'Oman où les voyageurs peuvent voir des dauphins entre de superbes montagnes rocheuses.⁠ Un endroit incontournable!⁠ ⁠ #Oman #Sea #Mountains #EarthCapture⁠ #arabian #wild #nikonmea #outdooroman #myarabia #desert #nature #naturelovers #outdoors #paysage #awesomeearth #wildernessculture #GoneOutdoor #beautifuldestinations #TravelNow #Globetrotter #undiscovered #travel #instapassport #instatraveling #mytravelgram #travelgram #travelingram #igtravel #voyageursdumonde #CondeNastTraveller

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Fjord of Bandar Khairan, Sultanate of Oman 🇴🇲⁠ one of Oman’s gems where travelers can see dolphins in between stunning rocky mountains.⁠ A must-go place!⁠ ⁠ —“Take Nothing But Photos, Leave Nothing But Footprints” —⁠ ⁠ Fjord de Bandar Khairan, Sultanat d'Oman 🇴🇲⁠ l'un des joyaux d'Oman où les voyageurs peuvent voir des dauphins entre de superbes montagnes rocheuses.⁠ Un endroit incontournable!⁠ ⁠ #Oman #Sea #Mountains #EarthCapture⁠ #arabian #wild #nikonmea #outdooroman #myarabia #desert #nature #naturelovers #outdoors #paysage #awesomeearth #wildernessculture #GoneOutdoor #beautifuldestinations #TravelNow #Globetrotter #undiscovered #travel #instapassport #instatraveling #mytravelgram #travelgram #travelingram #igtravel #voyageursdumonde #CondeNastTraveller

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Al Wathba Fossil Dunes, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Al Wathba Fossil Dunes Geological uniqueness and beauty Al Wathba Fossil dunes  are unique and fascinating formations of amazing wind-swept sand, permeated with calcium carbonate and hence hardened to form distinct. These wonderful natural sculptures are varied and created abstract desert structures not to be missed when in Abu Dhabi. During the glacial period when they were created, the groundwater levels were higher than nowadays and rainfalls more frequent. That allowed water to permeate the sand with calcium carbonate. Hence the sand was hardened in some areas forming the fossil dunes. “You can experience the beauty of nature only when you sit with it, observe it, breathe it and talk to it.” 

The Medieval Carcassonne fortified town

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Medieval Carcassonne is a fortified town rather than a castle - and perhaps the most impressive fortified medieval town to be found. Which is ironic, because in the middle of the 19th century it was in such bad repair that it became scheduled for demolition, to be saved by the efforts of the local mayor, who called in the new 'historic monuments' department to take a look. The main entrance of the fortified city The city was saved, the well known architect Eugene Viollet-le-Duc took the renovation project in hand, and the rest, as they say, is history. Panoramic view of the castle inside the fortified city Due to its position on historical routes across France the location has been occupied for more than 5,000 years, and was an important centre from 2,500 years ago onwards. It was first fortified by the Romans, and given the name Carcaso. After the Romans were driven out Carcassonne fell in the hands of various of the invading tribes, and became more fortif...

Cassis bay and Cap Canaille, South of France

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Enjoy clear turquoise water of the Mediterranean sea, Cassis, France Cassis bay and Cap Canaille (background). The picturesque port of Cassis - well worth a visit in its own right - is a perfect starting point to visit the calanques of Port Miou, Port Pin and En Vau. It is a popular tourist destination, famous for its cliffs and the sheltered inlets called calanques. The wines of Cassis are white and rosé, and not to be confused with crème de cassis, a specialty of Burgundy which takes its name from blackcurrants (cassis), not the commune. Bay of Cassis, France Woman trekking in the calque of Cassis People enjoying kayaking between cliffs

The Magical and picturesque Wadi Bani Khalid, Sultanate of Oman

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Scenic view of Wadi Bani Khalid and his main pool It is the best-known and most famous wadi of the Sharqiyah region and in Oman. It is part of the Hajar Mountains. Located at 200 kilometers (125 miles) from Muscat, it is really accessible as you have to walk only 5 minutes from the car park. You need to take more time and hire up the gorge to appreciate the area and to swim in-between the steep cliffs. The flow of water is constant throughout the year. You will find several white crystal clear blue pools where you can swim. The river continues to the main village given to the locals people water for their gardens. You will find palm trees, bananas trees etc... The garden with Banana Trees and palm groves

Swimming in the river of Wadi As Shab, Sultanate of Oman

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Men swimming in the clear water Wadi As Shab - meaning gorge between the cliffs - is in the Ash Shrqiyah region in Oman, famous for his pools and for trekking. It is less than 2 hours drive from Muscat. It is a very popular outdoor attraction for both locals and expats (it gets very busy during week-ends and public holidays). You will walk along palm groves, rocky cliffs before reaching the main pool and a fter a leisurely 45 minutes you get to a point where you can swim up the wadi to enter a cave... Note that it is forbidden to swim in the lower pools as they are source of drinking water. Hajar mountains receive the majority of Oman’s sparse rainfall and over time the flow of water down them has carved out numerous gorges. A pool in Wadi As Shab

Bandar Khairan, Sultanate of Oman

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Seascape at Bandar Khairat Bandar Khairan is located 1 hour by road after Muscat in the Sultanate of Oman and 20 minutes by boat. It is a small system of coves and creeks with plenty of fantastic dive sites! Early morning in Bandar Khairan It is a pristine set of fjord-like with turquoise water and with spectacular seascapes, bays and wild beaches, perfect for a picnic. Woman snorkeling in Bandar Khairan You can admire the mangroves area on the way to the coast; Bandar Khairan is an area of outstanding beauty! Fishermen village and the mangrove forest

The Textile Souq, Dubai, UAE

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Entrance of the textile Souq Both are located in Bur Dubai Area, close to the historical places where you will have the palaces of previous Sheikh. All the area had been renovated and many tourists are going there to visit the museum, the souls and the historical buildings. This textile souk is the hub for the Middle Eastern fabrics and people from all around the world make it a point to visit this place when they come to Dubai. Man selling Samosa The Bastakia quarter, or Bastakiya, is an area of Dubai on the Bur Dubai side of the Dubai Creek that dates from the 1890s, where residents originally earned money from pearl diving. Bastakiya is named after the Iranian town of Bastak - many of the original traders in Bastakia were from Iran. you can find Colorful gifts in the souq

Dhow Trip in Musandam, Sultanate of Oman

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Traditional Dhow mooring at Telegraph Island The Musandam peninsula which juts into the Strait of Hormuz, includes is part of the Sultanate of Oman, and exclave separated from the rest of the country by th e United Arab Emirates. There are four provinces with the main well-known one is Khasab where all tourists go to take the traditional wooden boats called Dhows. The tour takes them to the fjord-like between desolated mountainscapes. On the way, they can see dolphins and time to time baby sharks. Dhows stop several times for the tourists to enjoy swimming and snorkeling in a clear sea water. see the video here Arabic Dhows mooring in Musandam with tourist snorkeling