Al-Ghubra Explained

Al-Ghubra
Native Name:الغبرة
Settlement Type:Suburb
Pushpin Map:Oman
Pushpin Label Position:above
Pushpin Mapsize:300
Pushpin Map Caption:Location in Oman
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name: Oman
Subdivision Type1:Region
Subdivision Name1:Muscat
Unit Pref:Imperial
Population Blank1 Title:Ethnicities
Timezone:+4
Utc Offset:+4
Coordinates:23.58°N 58.4°W

Al Ghubra (also Al-Ghubrah or Ghubrah; Arabic: الغبرة) is a suburb of Muscat, the capital city of the Sultanate of Oman. It is a developing town with a number of malls, hospitals, schools, hotels, and many local businesses. There are many expatriates among the locals. The beach is a long expanse of sand dunes. There are many schools here which are owned by different communities. The town is well planned and known for its lake park designed especially with a walk-path and children's playground. Al-Ghubra is Oman's most popular shopping destination, with Muscat Grand Mall Oman Avenue Mall and Panorama Mall being two of the options. Also in this area, there are many hotels, restaurants, and coffee shops. Indian, Chinese, Italian, Arabic, Continental, and Latin cuisines are available here.[1]

References

23.58°N 58.4°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Oman: The Bradt Travel Guide. Diana . Darke. Sandra. Shields. Bradt Travel Guides. 2006. 1-84162-168-4.