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Oman Travel Guide

People of Oman

Population

3,204,897

Age Distribution

0-14 years

698,461 (Male), 670,793 (Females)

15-64 years

1,026,686 (Male), 723,712 (Females)

65 years and over

47,534 (Male), 37,711 (Females)

Population Growth Rate

3%

Ethnic Groups

Arab, Baluchi, South and East Asian (Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi, Philipino) and African.

Religions

Ibadhi Muslim 75%, other (includes Sunni Muslim, Shi'a Muslim, Hindu) 25%.

Languages

Arabic (official), English, Baluchi, Urdu and Indian dialects.

Life Expectancy

Total

73.62

Among Males

71.37

Among Females

75.99

Nationality

Noun

Omani(s)

Adjective

Omani

Literacy Rates

Definition

Total

81%

Among Males

87%

Among Females

74%

Wahiba Sands
(1/98) - Wahiba Sands (from Oman Ministry of Tourism)
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Why Travel to Oman?

  • Great opportunities to explore by 4WD – deserts, canyons and the wonderful coastline
  • Mountain walks and treks are some of the best anywhere in the world
  • Friendly people, spectacular forts and opportunities to chill out on great beaches make a great less-active holiday
  • Easily combined with the Gulf’s other great draw, Dubai
  • Musandam is a must – explore aboard a traditional dhow, snorkelling in fjords and dolphin spotting