Archaeology handicrafts and science and technology sites to visit Rustaq

This spring emerges in a kind of small round crater a few meters in diameter, just next to a white mosque. The water emerges there at 45°C and is then channelled into a falaj, partly equipped with individual "cabins" that the locals use for soaking or ablution. The water is said to have medicinal virtues and its high sulphur content is said to be recommended for arthritis and rheumatism. The site is rather rudimentary and not very conducive to bikini.

The souk of Rustaq is one of the most popular markets of the Batinah and even of the sultanate. From the first light of day, it comes alive, offering all sorts of handicrafts and traditional objects, khandjars, Bedouin jewellery, but also palm mats, pottery, fabrics, various agricultural products and even local honey, which is reputed to be tasty! Locals flock from all over the region to unearth quality products and attend the sheep and cattle sale which takes place on Fridays in a small square reserved for this purpose.