Public Holidays in Oman

Bahla Fort, Artistic Rendering

Public holidays in Oman are a unique blend of solemn religious observances and vibrant national celebrations. As an Islamic Sultanate, the majority of Oman’s holidays follow the Hijri (Islamic) lunar calendar, meaning their dates shift by approximately 10 to 12 days every year on the Gregorian calendar. In Oman, the weekend officially falls on Friday … Read more