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Al Alam Palace

Al Alam Palace


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MOOD:   ART, BOHO, CULTURE
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Buildings in Oman tend to be either boxy and simple, or grand, whitewashed and geometrically linear. Al Alam Palace isn’t what you expect. Built in 1972, it has a bit of retro glamour with its flamboyantly colorful, teal and gold exaggerated arches hold up a flat, pierced marble roof. A lone flagpole sticks out of the center. Though the Sultan has six palaces, Al Alam is the most important. This is where he receives guests such as Queen Elizabeth of England.

While not open to the public, the ornate iron gates reveal the palace behind. The broad pedestrian boulevard leading are anchored by regal government buildings. The pretty gardens and careful upkeep of the square make for postcard-worthy, almost Disney-esque close ups.
ADDRESS
Al Alam Palace


HOURS
24 hours
Head around the palace for a dynamic view of Muscat Bay and Jalali and Mirani Forts. A visit to Jalali can be arranged through the Ministry Office.



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