Oman marks World Heritage Day tomorrow

Oman marks World Heritage Day tomorrow

Muscat: Represented by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, the Sultanate of Oman is taking part in celebration marking World Heritage Day, which falls on April 18 every year, under the slogan “Discover and Experience Diversity”.This year, the event coincides with the launch of a programme of Sur as the Arab Tourism Capital 2024—a programme that highlights the City of Sur’s historical monuments, archaeological sites and community culture in the Wilayat of Sur. Those features serve as authentic components of cultural tourism.

Commenting on the event, Eng Ibrahim Said al Kharousi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism for Heritage, said, “The World Heritage Day is an opportunity to spotlight our ancient cultural heritage that reflects our historical identity. Through this celebration, the Sultanate of Oman enhances global understanding of the diversity of heritage and encourages cultural interaction among various communities. The event also seeks to encourage research and discoveries in the field of cultural heritage and establishing a community partnership system capable of consolidating identity and citizenship”.

Eng Ibrahim pointed out that the Ministry prepared a programme to celebrate this occasion at the City Walk Centre in South Al Sharqiyah Governorate. The programme includes an exhibition and an educational workshop