Misfat Al Abriyeen Heritage Tourism Project Completed

Misfat Al Abriyeen Heritage Tourism Project Completed

Muscat: As part of the celebrations for the 50th anniversary of the Blessed Renaissance of Oman, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism and Bank Muscat, the leading financial services provider in the Sultanate, celebrated the completion of the Misfat Al Abriyeen heritage tourism project.

The landmark tourism development project in Misfat Al Abriyeen in the Wilayat of Al Hamra was initiated in 2019 by the Bank in line with its commitment to partnership in sustainable development and promotion of national goals.

The virtual opening ceremony was held under the auspices of His Excellency Eng. Ibrahim Said Al Kharusi, Undersecretary of Heritage Affairs at the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism and attended by Sheikh Waleed K. Al Hashar, Chief Executive Officer, Bank Muscat, and a number of senior officials.

The Misfat heritage tourism project was completed on the basis of a study originally commissioned by the bank, following a detailed study by ArChiam, the interdisciplinary architecture forum at the University of Liverpool, UK.

This unique tourism project highlights a sustainable development model that benefits local communities and strengthens the country's environment and cultural heritage.

Based on international specifications, it included the restoration of the main gate of Misfat Al Abriyeen by preserving its original features. The