Nizwa Fort, Nizwa: How to Visit and What to Do Nearby

Nizwa Fort rises 40 meters above the oasis town that served as Oman's capital during the 6th and 7th centuries, anchored by a massive circular tower completed in 1668 under Imam Sultan bin Saif Al Yaruba. The tower was built specifically to repel cannon attacks, with stone walls over 30 meters thick at the base filled with rubble and earth. Seven wells and several dungeons are built into the defenses, along with murder holes that allowed defenders to pour boiling date syrup onto attackers. Admission runs 500 baisa and includes access to the adjacent castle complex. is just one of many options in Nizwa. Major attractions worth considering include Bahla Fort, Nizwa Souk, and Bahla.