In Oman, where some of the world's best frankincense is produced ... Khalid shares the history of the object: "in the pre-petroleum Arab world, this was a prestigious, elevated gift." ...
The Land of Frankincense (LoF) World Heritage site is composed of four archaeological sites related to the antique trade of Frankincense and other luxury items across the Dhofar province of Oman: ...
For millennia, frankincense has been harvested in this region of Oman and traded to far-flung places such as Mesopotamia, Rome and India. The ancient Egyptians used it for mummification ...
while Oman produces superior quality Boswellia sacra. Its cultural and historical significance in the region, besides the sustainable harvesting of Frankincense, has also increased the demand.
The Expo 2020 stamp collection features four unique artworks depicting the growth, harvest, trade, and use of frankincense, which is the key theme of the Oman Pavilion. Representing millennia of ...
Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at hotel marketing and cultural tastes, cruise lines balancing debt and new ships, and a frankincense sommelier educating tourists in Oman.
ESO is using the funds to support two conservation projects; Population Assessment of Frankincense Trees in Oman and Fishing Net Collection and Recycling on Masirah Island, which will be carried ...