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Oct 2022

We reached the 19th century Taqah castle to find out it could only be seen from the outside, which was a pity. It sits on a small hill and is said to have been the Sultan Qaboos grandfather's private residence. Once we climbed a number of fairly steep steps we made it to the castle yard from which we had a very interesting view over the city.

By Jörg Fischer

“Nice little castle on a little hill with a good view”

Nov 2021

It is a nice little castle, sitting on a little hill. After climbing some stairs you will earn a nice view on Taqah and the environment. It is good to visit. The castle himself closed

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Jitka J

Czech Republic69 contributions

Small but nice

Dec 2016 • Friends

The castle is, as all of the historical buildings in Oman small, but it has its charm and good atmosphere. The man at the entrance office was very welcoming and extremely friendly at us. Inside you can see how people of Oman used to live there in the past.

Written January 22, 2017

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Susan P

Dubai, United Arab Emirates52 contributions

Fascinating historical fort

Dec 2017 • Couples

Taqah Castle is about 45 minutes drive from Salalah. Sympathetically restored, it gives you an insight into the daily lives of the people in 19th century Oman. This was the home of the grandfather of the mother of Sultan Qaboos.
When travelling back to Salalah, take a right turn off the main road and explore the Zero Gravity effect on the road to Tawi Atyar.

Written January 11, 2018

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Thomas P

Dubai, United Arab Emirates81 contributions

A quick stop by

Feb 2017 • Couples

We stopped by the castle on way back from the old city. The castle is small with two floors and rooms showcasing the old lives of the people. Not many people visiting the castle. It was a nice stop for us.

Written February 9, 2017

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Fatimah A

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia65 contributions

Closed but nice if you want take photo from the top

Aug 2015

We went their on the afternoon and it was closed and their was no information why!
And no information on the web site opening hours
Anyhow
We take photo of the sea and beach from the top !

Written August 23, 2015

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PaulF

Paris, France149 contributions

Taqah Castle /Fort

Aug 2014 • Family

A bit off the beaten path but not by much since its just off the main road between Salalah and Mirabat. This great little fort is right in the centre of town and is perfectly restored with great exhibits and explication on how people lived in the area since the 12th century. Its a great stop on your way back from the ruins at Samhan for it allow you to see what the homes would have looked like.

Written August 10, 2014

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Sid S

Hong Kong, China35 contributions

The exhibits are quite good

Dec 2019

Taqah Castle, the former residence of the Wali (chief) there. opens at 9am. Compared to Nizwa Castle in Muscat it's much smaller. But the exhibits are quite good.

Written December 25, 2019

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WeyTraveller

Woking, UK56 contributions

Unimpressive when not open

Oct 2018

Looking for some respite from the cyclone, we hoped to spend an hour here in line with previous reviews. Unfortunately it was shut, so not opportunity to enjoy what was inside. Surely it must be interesting for people to spend an hour here. I'm a big fan of historical sights but from the outside only Taqah Castle is barely worth the effort (and that's the most positive view from our party of three adults).

Written October 18, 2018

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Shad J

Frisco, TX34 contributions

Nice representation of life in the past.

Jul 2018 • Couples

Old fort restored to near accurate life of a local leader of the past. Furnishings and decor see authentic. OMR 0.500 entrance fee.

Written July 16, 2018

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NAQ8

Kuwait City, Kuwait2,809 contributions

Taqah Castle

Aug 2017 • Family

Historical place well maintained in it's heritage identity , Opening hours : Saturday till Thursday from 9 am - 4 pm , Friday 8 am - 11 am . Recommended for history lovers . NK

Written September 7, 2017

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nykwilkyins

Towcester, UK184 contributions

interesting, it's furnished

Feb 2017 • Couples

unlike a lot of Omani forts this has lots of artefacts scattered around the rooms, so it's easy to imagine how llife was lived , well worth a half hour visit.

Written February 22, 2017

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