The capital of the Sultanate of Oman is now being rated as a perfect tourist destination in the Middle-East after Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The city has a rich cultural heritage that reels in more and more tourists every year. The city is bejeweled with skyscrapers along the night sky, gorgeous mountain peaks, vast deserts and turquoise blue beaches make Oman a perfect holiday spot for a wide variety of travellers from all walks of life. The city has a history of the dethronement of a tyrant ruler which many people have heard about and love to witness.
Tourist attractions in Muscat
Some of the heritage sites of Muscat include Mutrah Fort, Bait Al Zubair Museum, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Al Alam Palace, Muscat Gate Museum, Al Jalali Fort, Mutrah Corniche, Al Mirani Fort, Yiti Beach, Qurum Beach, Qurum Natural Park and the Royal Opera House are the perfect places for all tourists.
Things to do in Muscat
The ending desert with camel safaris, turquoise-blue sea water at the Gulf of Oman and the spectacular mountains make Oman a perfect dream travel package. Coral Ocean. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is one of the most important historical structures in all of the Middle-east. There are many other such grand forts, mosques and palaces with eminent historical and religious importance. Try to go to the souks which are local markets selling local stuff like spices, very famous in the Middle East. If you wish to try authentic dishes that hail from Oman, do try the kingfish curry and grilled tuna, specialty here in Oman. You can also check out some of the local cafes and eateries to try authentic Omani signature dishes and meals.
Airport in Muscat
The Sultan Qaboos International Airport is Muscat’s single-terminal airport serving the city. A part of the airport is being renovated for building a new terminal. Various indiGo flights are operational from this airport.
- Airport address: Muscat International Airport, Oman
- IATA code: MCT
Madurai - Cultural capital of Tamil Nadu
Madurai, the third largest city of Tamil Nadu, is a historically eminent and culturally spectacular city of Tamil Nadu. It was in this city that Mahatma Gandhi had adopted loin cloth as his mode of daily clothing. Madurai is a popular tourist spot among Indians and people belonging to different nationalities.
Major tourist attractions in Madurai
Being the city of temples, Madurai houses numerous temples like the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple among many others. There are some prominent tourist spots that are most common to be visited like the Vaigai Dam, Alagar Kovil, Samanar Hills and Gandhi Memorial Museum, that are the most sought-after places to visit for tourists. During the Chithirai Festival during the month of April, thousands of pilgrims and devotees visit to worship Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Vishnu in the temple in the Meenakshi Amman Temple.
Things to do in Madurai
The city is famous for various silk that hails from South India and being a city of the South, madurai south silk is well-renowned worldwide for its unique texture, handwork and motifs. Picking up souvenirs or going for a food walk for local items is always a good idea. Try the various foods that are local and native to the city while roaming through the various monuments and temples of the city.
Airport in Madurai
Madurai Airport is the city’s main domestic airport, from where IndiGo’s flight services are operational(IATA: IXM). IndiGo flights operate from the airport and connect the city to other parts of the nation.
- Airport address – Airport Road, Madurai, Tamil Nadu 625022
- Airport IATA code – IXM