Sur is the capital city of Ash Sharqiyah South Governorate, and the former capital of Ash Sharqiyah Region in northeastern Oman, on the coast of the Gulf of Oman. It is located about 126 mi (203 km) southeast of the Omani capital Muscat. Historically, the city has been known for being an important destination point for sailors. Today, the sea still remains an important part of life in Sur.
Sur, Oman
A street along the beach of the Gulf of Oman, with the Eastern Hajar Mountains in the background
Sur Lighthouse
A docked dhow with Al-Ayjah Watchtower on top of the hill in the background
Ash Sharqiyah Region (Oman)
Ash-Sharqiyyah Region was the eastern minṭaqah (region) of the Sultanate of Oman. The capital of Ash-Sharqiyyah is Sur. On 28 October 2011 Ash Sharqiyah Region was split into Ash Sharqiyah North Governorate and Ash Sharqiyah South Governorate.
Wadi Bani Khalid, a destination for tourists in the area