A SEASON OF HARVEST AND HERITAGE National

A SEASON OF HARVEST AND HERITAGE

For many visitors to Oman, summer may appear to be a season defined by soaring temperatures and long sunlit days. For Omanis, however, the arrival of summer signals something far more meaningful: the beginning of Al Qaydh, a traditional harvest season that has shaped agricultural life, social customs and community relationships for generations. Al Qaydh […]

Oman elected to Unesco Intangible Heritage panel National

Oman elected to Unesco Intangible Heritage panel

PARIS: The Sultanate of Oman has been elected to the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage for the 2026‑2030 term, during the 11th session of the Assembly of States Parties to the 2003 Convention, held at Unesco headquarters in Paris. The election marks a new milestone in Oman’s growing international role […]

Oman strengthens status of its intangible cultural heritage National

Oman strengthens status of its intangible cultural heritage

MUSCAT: The Royal Decree No. 62/2026 issued recently, introducing amendments to certain provisions of the Cultural Heritage Law, reflects the growing importance the Sultanate of Oman places on protecting its tangible and intangible cultural heritage, while enhancing its standing both locally and internationally. The move is part of broader efforts to reinforce the legal framework […]