History Of Oman & Mutrah Fort | Visit To Mutrah Fort

Built by the Portuguese during their occupation of the 1580s, Mutrah Fort was a sturdy defensive measure against attack from the rampaging Ottoman army.
Other interesting facts about the Mutrah Fort, Muscat
Mutrah Fort is twinned with the Al Jalali Fort, which sits in Muscat harbour a few miles to the south
The fort is still used for military purposes, so visitors are rarely allowed in, although there are great views from its flanks
The centre of Muscat is 13 kilometres (8 miles) away as the crow flies
The historic Mutrah Suq is just a short walk away. Hunt for bargains and haggle in its maze of shopping alleys
The Mutrah Fort overlooks and protects one of the largest sea ports in Oman