Unearth the treasures of a rich Omani heritage by paying a visit to the Bait Al Zubair Museum in Muscat and be dazzled by its collection of local artefacts that tell its own story. Therefore if you are searching for a good place to be based, why not select aMuscat hotel near to the museum. Al Falaj Hotel which comes across as one of the more popular of Oman hotels to stay at will be of good use to you when holidaying in the city.
Referred to as the House of Zubair, the museum transformed itself from a house into an engaging museum in Muscat in the year 1998. The museum provides visitors with access to examine the numerous objects that belong to the Zubair family. Such a private collection of artefacts is unrivalled in the country. This museum which has won fame in the hearts of the global audience continues to inspire and excite those who have the fortune of strolling through its expansive halls and passageways. The premises showcases two large canons which were gifted to the museum on the day of its opening by His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said. The main museum building which is the Bait Al Bagh has information with regards to the Al Busaidi Dynasty. On the ground floor are four galleries that feature a range of objects. From male and female attire, household articles, traditional firearms and swords to even the ‘khanjar’ which is an Omani dagger, the scenes are truly stunning. From photographs of Muscat to European maps of the Arabian Peninsula, the museum is one such oasis that you must savour.
Bait Al Zubair Museum an enjoyable journey
