Bukha Explained
| Bukha |
| Native Name: | Arabic: بُخَاء|Bukhāʾ |
| Native Name Lang: | ar |
| Pushpin Map: | Oman#Persian Gulf |
| Pushpin Label Position: | top |
| Pushpin Map Caption: | Location in Oman##Location in Persian Gulf |
| Pushpin Mapsize: | 280 |
| Pushpin Relief: | 1 |
| Subdivision Type: | Country |
| Subdivision Type1: | Governorate |
| Subdivision Name1: | Musandam |
| Subdivision Type2: | Province |
| Subdivision Name2: | Bukha |
| Unit Pref: | Metric |
Bukhāʾ (Arabic: بُخَاء|Bukhāʾ) is a Wilayat and town in the Muhafazah of Musandam in the Sultanate of Oman.[1] It is located in the southwestern side of Musandam, overlooking the Persian Gulf. It is bordered to the east by the Wilayat of Khasab and borders the United Arab Emirates. Its population centers are about 22 localities, including Bukha, Al-Jadi, Ghumda, and Al-Jeri.[2]
Climate
Bukha, which is 0 feet (0 meters) above sea level, has a subtropical desert climate (BWh). The district's average annual temperature is -1.44% lower than Oman's averages at 27.76oC (81.97oF). 12.47 millimeters (0.49 inches) of precipitation fall on Bukha yearly, and there are 21.67 wet days (5.94% of the time).[3] A normal day in Bukha in April will have an average temperature of 76 °F (24 °C), with a high of 86 °F (30 °C).July is the hottest month, with daily highs of 98 °F (37 °C) and lows of 88 °F (31 °C). January is the coldest month of the year, with highs of 73 °F (23 °C) and lows of 67 °F (19 °C) on most days.[4]
Crafts and traditional industries
The production of dates, citrus fruits, and other fruits, as well as the making of tiny fishing boats, fishing nets, and handicrafts, are among the most significant traditional crafts and enterprises in it.[5]
Tourist attractions
Natural attractions
The state is plain and rugged in nature, with water springs like Ain Al-Thawwara near the hamlet of Al-Jadi and mountainous caves with more than 16 caves. On its coasts are coral reefs, and seabirds and black turtles frequently inhabit them.
Archaeological sites
- Al-Bilad Fort: One of the most notable historical structures, it is situated in the midst of the Wilayat and directly faces the beach in the Musandam Governorate's Bukha Wilayat. Sheikh Suleiman bin Muhammad Al Malik Al-Shehhi constructed this fort around 1250 AD, during the rule of Imam Saif bin Sultan Al-Ya'rubi. This fort is recognized by its tower, which is situated in the southwest corner of the fort. In 1989 A.D, it was renovated and made accessible to visitors so they may admire the exquisite architectural design.[6]
- Jeddah archaeological site: It contains traces of stone dwellings.
- Bukha Fort: The strategic location of Bukha Fort in the fishing community of Bukha adds to its beauty as the sea is just in front of it in a lovely crescent harbor and the high mountains rise majestically above it. The castle was erected by the Portuguese in the sixteenth century, has had numerous repairs and reconstructions since then, and has been an essential part of defense and protection throughout the Sultanate's history.[7]
- Al-Faslah Castle
- Fortress tower
- Square straw tower
- Square tower architecture
Sister towns
References
See also
Notes and References
- Book: Lancaster . Fidelity . Lancaster . William . Honour is in Contentment: Life Before Oil in Ras Al-Khaimah (UAE) and Some Neighbouring Regions . . 333–486 . 978-3-1102-2339-2 . . 2011.
- Web site: البوابة الإعلامية . 2023-08-14 . البوابة الإعلامية -وزارة الإعلام - سلطنة عمان.
- Web site: Bukha, Musandam, OM Climate Zone, Monthly Averages, Historical Weather Data . 2023-08-13 . tcktcktck.org.
- Web site: Bukha, Oman weather in April: average temperature & climate . 2023-08-13 . Wanderlog.
- Web site: العمانية . 2023-08-14 . وكالة الأنباء العمانية (العمانية).
- Web site: القلاع والحصون - مسقط . 2023-08-14 . وزارة الإعلام.
- Web site: معلومات عن قلعة بخا في محافظة مسندم صور، الأنشطة، وتعليقات الزوَّار . 2023-08-13 . ibnbattutatravel.com.
