Geography
Oman is in Western Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 21, 57; it has Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Yemen.
Neighboring countries: Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Yemen
Asia
Oman
Oman is a country in Western Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Muscat
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Western Asia
- Population
- 5.3 million
- Area
- 309,500 km²
- Currency
- Omani rial (OMR)
- Official language
- Arabic
- Calling code
- +968
- Internet TLD
- .om
- Time zone
- UTC+04:00
Oman map preview: 21.00, 57.00
People and Culture
Oman uses Arabic in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Oman varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Oman is recorded with the official name Sultanate of Oman. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Muscat
- Western Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Muscat
- Time zone data: UTC+04:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Oman is grouped under Asia.
- Oman has a listed area of 309,500 km².
- Oman is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Oman
What is the capital of Oman?
The capital of Oman is Muscat.
What continent is Oman in?
Oman is in Asia.
What currency does Oman use?
Oman uses the Omani rial.
What language is spoken in Oman?
Arabic is listed for Oman in this database.