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Jabrin Fort

Oman
4.5 of 5 stars 23 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
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Belgrade, Serbia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

If you've come to Oman, there's a high probability you like the forts. Even if it's difficult to squeeze too many of them in a limited itinerary, try not to drop out Jabrin fort. Although it doesn't contain an extensive exhibition like Nizwa fort and overall furnishings are thin (limited to a few cushions and old rifles hanging from the... More

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Muscat
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8 reviews 8 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

we need to have fort guides to explain the history of the fort, and a small shop where people can buy water, soft drinks and other needs. More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

This Fort is well preserved and the hand painted timber ceilings are incredible! We were offered a taste of Qawa (coffee) on arrival and enjoyed this fort More

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Shoreditch, London
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

The desert location was amazing - very well restored. It was very, very hot and this was still not the height of summer. A sunshade would have been very useful! More

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Tokyo, Japan
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

As a LEGO and Minecraft fan, this fort was very inspiring. The fort showed its traps, and there was also such thing as a 'Whisper room', with thick walls and a small window. Very worthwhile. Entree Fee: 500Bzs/person More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

This is my favourite out of the 3 including Nizwa fort and Nakhal fort. A labyrinth of rooms and passages with a great view of the valley. The nicest restoration (with discreet lighting). More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

Fascinating view into 17th Century Life in Oman. Just a wonderful castle, much more complex than I thought it would be. More

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Lydney, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2012

Although the interpretation left something to be desired, the fort was a great place to explore. Some very good ceiling painting. The entry clerk made us coffee and fed us delicious dates from the palms nearby. More

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sharjah
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2012

Clean well kept - ofcourse restored fort, remote near nizwa. I visited during 2006. I cannot modify the date on the window provided More

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Muscat, Oman
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2012

A bit far away from Muscat but can be tied in with a visit to Al Hamra, Al-Hoota Caves, Nizwa or Jebel Shams for an over night. More

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