Where is Muscat, Oman?

Muscat is the capital city of Oman, located in the Muscat Governorate along the country's northeastern coast. Situated at approximately 23.5880° N latitude and 58.3829° E longitude, the metropolitan area covers about 6,500 sq km (2,510 sq mi) and has an estimated population of around 1.73 million people.

Location Map of Muscat, Oman

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Where is Muscat Located?

Muscat is located in the north of mainland Oman at the coast of the Gulf of Oman. Muscat is the capital and largest city of Oman. The Latitude and longitude coordinates of Muscat is 23.5880 N, 58.3829 E. It covers an area of 273.9 sq km (105.8 sq mi) and population of Muscat is 1,720,000 as of year 2017 esimated data.

Muscat, Muscat Governorate Quick Facts

Nearby Cities to Muscat, Oman

• Muttrah, Oman - 3 mi Northwest
• Ruwi, Oman - 4 mi Northwest
• Al Amerat, Oman - 15 mi Southwest
• Seeb, Oman - 20 mi Northwest
• Bawshar, Oman - 10 mi West
• Quriyat, Oman - 55 mi Southeast
• Nakhal, Oman - 76 mi West
• Rustaq, Oman - 96 mi West
• Sohar, Oman - 130 mi Northwest
• Nizwa, Oman - 101 mi Southwest

Muscat, Oman Climate and Weather Overview

Driving Distances from Muscat, Oman

Transportation and Connectivity in Muscat, Oman

• Muscat Expressway - Major route connecting central Muscat with western suburbs and the airport.
• Sultan Qaboos Street - Primary urban corridor running through the metropolitan area.
• Al Batinah Highway - Connects Muscat with Sohar and northern Oman.
• Quriyat-Muscat Highway - Scenic coastal route linking southeastern communities.
• Muscat International Airport Road - Key connection between the airport and city center.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Muscat, Oman

Places to Visit in Muscat, Oman

Colleges and Universities in Muscat, Oman

Waterbodies in Muscat, Oman

Gulf of Oman, Muttrah Harbor, Qurum Beach Waters, Bandar Al Khairan, Al Seeb Coast, Muscat Bay, Yiti Beach Waters, Wadi Dayqah Reservoir, Quriyat Coast, Al Bustan Bay

Golf Courses in Muscat, Oman

Al Mouj Golf, Ghala Golf Club, Muscat Hills Golf & Country Club, Ras Al Hamra Golf Club, La Vie Club Golf Practice Facility, Jebel Sifah Golf Area

Muscat, Oman - Key Historical Facts

• Muscat has been an important trading port on the Arabian Sea for centuries due to its strategic coastal location.
• The Portuguese occupied the city during the sixteenth century and built several coastal forts.
• Omani rulers regained control in the seventeenth century and expanded maritime trade throughout the Indian Ocean.
• Muscat became the political center of the Sultanate of Oman during the modern era.
• Major modernization projects transformed the city following the accession of Sultan Qaboos in 1970.
• Today, Muscat serves as Oman's political, cultural and economic capital.

References

• Muscat Municipality
• National Centre for Statistics and Information Oman
• Experience Oman
• Encyclopaedia Britannica - Muscat