Friday, April 16, 2010

The Sultan's Armed Forces Museum


It is located in150 year old Bait Al Falaj fort, the original garrison headquarters for Sultan Said bin Sultan's Armed Forces. Oman's military history is explored using weapons, uniforms, motor vehicles and defense systems.Uniforms, guns ranging from antique cannons, through early machine guns, to the weapons taken from rebels in Dhofar, models of vehicles and planes, instruments, medals an ejector seat and a parachute are displayed.Operated by the Ministry of Defence.Location: Bait At Falaj in Full on Al Mujamma Streetpast the At Falaj Hotel, near dual carriageway exit. Timings: Saturday – Thursday from 8am – 1.30pm.Entry fees: RO 1 (adults), 500 Bzs (children) Fee exempted for military personnel

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