WHAT DOES OMAN MEAN IN ENGLISH?
Oman
Oman, officially called the
Sultanate of Oman, is an Arab state in southwest Asia on the southeast coast of the Arabian Peninsula. It has a strategically important position at the mouth of the Persian Gulf. It is bordered by the United Arab Emirates to the northwest, Saudi Arabia to the west, and Yemen to the southwest and also shares marine borders with Iran and Pakistan. The coast is formed by the Arabian Sea on the southeast and the Gulf of Oman on the northeast. The Madha and Musandam exclaves are surrounded by the UAE on their land borders, with the Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman forming Musandam's coastal boundaries. From the 17th century, Oman had its own empire, and vied with Portugal and Britain for influence in the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean. At its peak in the 19th century, Omani influence or control extended across the Strait of Hormuz to Iran, and modern-day Pakistan, and as far south as Zanzibar. As its power declined in the 20th century, the sultanate came under heavy influence from the United Kingdom, though Oman was never formally part of the British Empire, or a British protectorate. Oman's official religion is Ibadi Islam.
Definition of Oman in the English dictionary
The definition of Oman in the dictionary is a sultanate in SE Arabia, on the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea: the most powerful state in Arabia in the 19th century, ruling Zanzibar, much of the Persian coast, and part of Pakistan. Official language: Arabic. Official religion: Muslim. Currency: rial. Capital: Muscat. Pop: 3 154 134. Area: about 306 000 sq km Former name : Muscat and Oman.
3 QUOTES WITH «OMAN»
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We had Taiwan, Egypt, Lebanon, and Oman open their markets to our beef, and we're excited about that.
Oman overall has great animal and plant biodiversity because it has mountains, desert, coastal areas and rich coral reefs.
Most of the birds of the Old World can be found here, as Oman is on a strategic route for migrating birds.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «OMAN»
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Oman in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
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Oman: The True-Life Drama and Intrigue of an Arab State
Oman is a parable of our times, detailing rivalry and intrigue between people in high places. It is one of the most dramatic tales in Arab history: a chronicle of personal price, rapacious greed and undiluted lust for power.
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Oman, UAE & Arabian Peninsula
Presents a guide to Oman, United Arab Emirates, and the Arabian Peninsula, covering popular itineraries, history, culture, Islam, the Hajj, food and drink, environment, and expats, and includes a directory, maps, and information on ...
Andrea Schulte-Peevers, Iain Shearer,
2010
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Oman: The Bradt Travel Guide
One of the last remote corners of the Arabian Peninsula, Oman has only recently permitted tourism, fearing it would engulf the local culture before it was ready.
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Oman: Politics and Society in the Qaboos State
When Sultan Qaboos overthrew his father as ruler of the state of Oman in 1970, few expected the new leader to thrive. Sultan Qaboos was an unfamiliar figure to his own people, and Oman was a poor country plagued by civil war.
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Oman, Culture and Diplomacy
Such principles are grounded in ideals of tact and tolerance that have developed over a long historical period. This is therefore a cultural history: an historical account of the formation of a distinctive Omani culture.
"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Oman"--Provided by publisher.
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Oman: Reform, Security, and U. S. Policy
Map and tables. This is a print on demand report.
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A Modern History of
Oman: Formation of the State Since 1920
This illuminating work is based on state documents from Europe, US, Japan and the Arab world covering Oman and Western geopolitical policy.
This beautifully illustrated book is the first to bring the diverse inshore fish fauna of Oman under one cover.
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Oman Mining Laws and Regulations Handbook
Oman Mining Laws and Regulations Handbook
Ibpus.com, International Business Publications, USA,
2008
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «OMAN»
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Two Emiratis go missing at sea in Oman
Salalah, in the southern part of Oman, witnesses a huge number of visitors from inside and outside Oman, particularly from the UAE, to escape ... «gulfnews.com, Jul 15»
Drop in Shura candidates no sign of waning interest in Oman
There are 674 candidates on the final list for this year's elections, according to the Ministry of Interior — 40 per cent fewer than the 1,113 ... «Times of Oman, Jul 15»
Top 10 start for Oman Racing Team at Spa
Muscat: Just 0.5 seconds made the difference for the Oman Racing Team during qualifying for this weekend's Total 24 Hours of Spa – the ... «Times of Oman, Jul 15»
Oman's Shangri-La wins silver at tea challenge
Among all participants around the globe, Shangri-La Oman team was also honoured with the 'Judges' Choice' award as the favourite team of ... «Times of Oman, Jul 15»
Afghanistan and Oman book the last two tickets to India
Afghanistan and Oman claimed the final two places at next year's ICC World Twenty20 in India with victories over Papua New Guinea and ... «International Cricket Council, Jul 15»
Gold price dip spurs sharp rise in sales in Oman
Speaking to the Times of Oman, Muhsin P, deputy head, Malabar Gold said, “We are seeing a surge in sales with the gold price remaining low. «Times of Oman, Jul 15»
Eight ways to experience Oman, from the desert to the sea
Bahla – Oman's biggest fort – opened to the public in 2014 after 25 years of restoration efforts. It's still a work in progress though – rooms are ... «Courier Mail, Jul 15»
Oman creates cricket history to reach World Cup
Dubai. Oman created history by becoming the second cricketing nation from the Middle East to qualify for a World Cup event. They booked their ... «gulfnews.com, Jul 15»
'Ibn Battuta' musical to be staged at Expo Milan
The show will be held under the patronage of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and is supported by the Ministry of Tourism, Oman Airport ... «Times of Oman, Jul 15»
Royal Oman Police foils bid to smuggle narcotics
Muscat: Royal Oman Police (ROP) foiled an attempt by three Asian nationals to smuggle narcotics in Musandam on Wednesday. In another ... «Times of Oman, Jul 15»