Travel: A mix of history and adventure in Oman

The stately Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque took just six years to build, and the sandstone used during the construction was imported from India

Trekking along the balcony walk at Jebel Shams, often called the Grand Canyon of the Middle East.

A 4WD taking passengers across the Sharqiyah Sands desert in Oman

Traditional Omani architecture at a camp hotel at Sharqiyah Sands, deep in the desert

Oman has a series of luxury camp hotels, which also give travellers breathtaking sunrise views

Sunrise at the 1000 nights camp.

 A tourist goes paddle boarding in the waters of Bandar Khayran near Muscat.

Snorkellers can look forward to the diverse marine life in the nutrient-rich waters of Bandar Khayran

The exterior of the Royal Opera House in Muscat, where many musical instruments have been donated by the music-loving Sultan himself

Abseiling, a popular adventure sport can be enjoyed at the bottom of Jebel Shams