Oman Early History
Oman’s 12,000 year old civilization is still evident all over the country. Over 500 forts, Castles and towers in diverse architectural styles, are proud witnesses to a glorious past. Awide collection of historical books and manuscripts are on display for the history buff. Vestiges of Oman’s prehistorice past indicating the prehistoric of nomads who were hunters and gatherers, go as far back as 13,000 BC. Amr Bin Alass, the companion of the prophet Mohammed arrived in Oman to preach the word of Allah in AD 630, leading to Islam becoming the state religion. The current reigning dynasty of the Al Bu Said began with Ahmed bin Said coming to Power in 1744
