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MHT showcases geological wealth at Al Hazm Castle

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 22:50

Rustaq – Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) has announced that the fourth edition of the Omani Geological Heritage Exhibition drew 8,979 visitors between its opening on December 30, 2024 and closing at the of June 2025. Held at Al Hazm Castle in Rustaq, South Batinah the event was themed ‘Sustainability and Job Opportunities’. Organised […]

Rustaq – Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) has announced that the fourth edition of the Omani Geological Heritage Exhibition drew 8,979 visitors between its opening on December 30, 2024 and closing at the of June 2025. Held at Al Hazm Castle in Rustaq, South Batinah the event was themed ‘Sustainability and Job Opportunities’.

Organised in cooperation with South Batinah Governor’s Office, Petroleum Development Oman and Geological Society of Oman, the exhibition was part of ongoing efforts to expand the sultanate’s museum offerings and increase the appeal of heritage and tourism sites across governorates.

Among the exhibits were rare geological artefacts, including a fossil believed to be over 800mn years old, 3D models of a primitive extinct elephant fossilised teeth of which were found in Dhofar, and model of a dinosaur based on bone remains discovered in Al Khoud, Seeb. Several other fossils and geological specimens were also exhibited.

A section of the exhibition was dedicated to the geology of South Batinah, highlighting opportunities for investment in geological heritage projects. These initiatives are expected to generate jobs, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises, tour operators and guides.

Dr Al Mutasim bin Nasser al Hilali, Director of Heritage and Tourism in South Batinah, said the exhibition aimed to raise awareness on Oman’s geological diversity and the importance of preserving its natural history. “It helped highlight geological heritage sites as key contributors to the development of unique and marketable tourism experiences,” he said.

Hilali informed that the exhibition attracted a wide audience, including academics, students and heritage enthusiasts, contributing to increased tourism activity in the governorate, particularly among those with an interest in geological tourism.

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