Malaysia to Muscat

Situated at a distance of 30km from the mainland coast of north-west Malaysia, Langkawi is a cluster of 104 islands. This archipelago of lush islands is located in the Amndaman Sea. The islands are separated from the mainland Malaysia by the Straits of Malacca. The coastal areas particularly are flat, alluvial plains lined with limestone ridges. Nearly two-thirds of the island is covered by dark woods, chains of mountains, lush hills and a natural flourishing vegetation. Apart from air planes, boat ride serves as an exciting and most sought after medium of reaching to this destination. Langkawl Ferry operates fast A/C boats from Kuala Perlis, Kuala Kedah, Penang and Satun. And Telaga Harbour operates its ferries from Ko Lipe, Thailand. Almost 18 miles long and 9 miles wide, the land offers though no such urban sophisticated fun, but pure nature bliss. This is the place where you find abundant underwater action, verdant plains and elevation. Its local culture and a diverse ethnicity are additions on its charm. Mostly tourists come here to cool off their stress, and this is what Air Hangat Village does. Containing a beautiful 3-tier fountain and a giant hand carved river stone mural, the village is well known for its spa. Get soaked here in pool or just take a casual stroll around the place. The restaurant here offers an amazing culinary experience, with a well fusion cuisine. Atma Alam Batik Village is more of the art lovers' destination as it comprises batik workshop, art gallery, showroom and handicraft shops. If you are one who takes pleasure in solitude in the company of nature. Buffalo Park and CHOGM Park are two such venues where nature seems to embrace the visitor in its loving presence. Field of Burnt Rice, Galeria Perdana, Gunug Raya, Mahsuri's Tomb, Lagenda Langkawi Dalam Taman and Laman Padi are other tourists attractions. Traveling high above in the air, cocooned inside the cable car, the Oriental Village located in the upper northwest of Langkawi Island provides an enjoying cable car ride. It takes the visitors high above in the air to Mount Mat. Cincang. MakeMyTrip.com offers you a unique opportunity to book online the cheap tickets to Langkawi. It does not matter if you are a habitual traveler or first time traveler, MakeMyTrip makes your journey silver smooth. Get amazing discounts and cheap rates.

Muscat, the capital of the Sultanate of Oman, has a character quite different from the other flashy emirate capitals. There are very few high rise buildings, and even the utilitarian edifices in the city reflect tradition using domes or Arab architecture style windows. The result is a stunningly beautiful and uniform city showcasing a fair blend of culture and modernization.

The Omani capital is famous for its sparkling souks and mouth-watering seafood, but something about Muscat that sets it apart from its neighbours is the cliff-top landmarks and thrilling terrains. Muscat means “safe anchorage,” and the sea plays an imperative role in the lives of the city residents, by helping sustain the fishing industry and providing opportunities for visitors to swim alongside the turtles in the lagoons. The economy of the country is dominated by trade, petroleum, and porting.

How to reach Muscat

By Air – The Muscat International Airport is the only international airport. Air India Express offers flights to Muscat from Amritsar, Delhi, Kochi, Kozhikode, and Thiruvananthapuram. For travelling from outside of India, one can choose from operators like Oman Air, British Airways, Gulf Air, Lufthansa, and Emirates, depending upon where they are travelling from.

By Bus – One can hop on any of the buses by the Omar National Transport Company to travel to Muscat from Dubai or Abu Dhabi. There are a few other bus services that run to and from Muscat on a daily basis.

By Car – One can drive to Muscat from the United Arab Emirates, which takes about 6 hours. There is another route from Al Ghaydah, Yemen, which takes about 6 hours via the border-crossing at Sarfeit to Saraha, and another 10 hours to reach Muscat. There are many car rental services available in the city. One can use the driving license from their home country to drive around Muscat for up to 90 days.

What to do in Muscat

Muscat, the beautiful capital of the Sultanate of Oman, is a vibrant place to visit. It is embedded between the Arabian Sea and the rugged Hajar Mountains. The city is actually a collection of smaller towns that have grown together over time. The area of Muttrah, where most tourists gather, is surrounded by rocky outcrops surrounding a cosy port. The development of the Royal Opera House is another feather in the cap of the city’s contribution to the global cultural map. There are incredible places to visit and amazing things to do in Muscat. Some of them are as follows:

The Royal Opera House

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

The National Museum

Al Alam Palace

Marina Bandar Al Rowdha

Mutrah Souq

Bait Al Zubair

Sultan’s Palace

Mutrah Corniche

Ghalya Museum of Modern Art

Oman Grand Canyons

The Batinah Coast

Museum of Illusions

Muscat Gate Museum

Al Jalali Fort

Omani French Museum

Omani Children’s Museum

The Sultan’s Armed Forces Museum

Enjoy water sports

Eat at Al Angham Restaurant

Relax at some of Muscat’s secret beaches

Eat out at the streets of Ruwi

Go on a Muscat Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

Go on a Wahiba sands tour

Go on a dolphin cruise

Visit the Chedi

The many sightseeing options in the city will unravel its mysteries, and enthusiasts can opt from a wide range of tours provided by various operators. These tours to help the tourists to understand more about Muscat’s roots, and unveil the true beauty of the Omani capital.

Major Airports in and Around Muscat

The Muscat International Airport is the sole international airport that connects Muscat to the rest of the world. Oman Air is the primary carrier of Muscat. The other airlines that operate in Muscat include Air Arabia, Air India Express, British Airways, Egypt Air, Etihad, Emirates, Fly Dubai, Gulf Air, KLM, Quwait Airways, and Qatar Airways.

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