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Wadi Bani Khalid
One of the few wadis in Oman with year-round flowing water, featuring stunning emerald pools surrounded by date palm oases and limestone cliffs.
58 km · about 65 min drive
AsiaOmanNortheastern Governorate
Ibrā’
Northeastern Governorate, Oman · Asia
About Ibrā’
Ibrā’ sits on the route: 25 minutes from Al Qābil, 58km from Wadi Bani Khalid.
Ibrā’ is a town located in Northeastern Governorate, Oman. With a population of 25,265, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Ibrā’ sits in Oman. It's in the Asia/Muscat time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Ibrā’ to your route.
About Ibrā’
Ibra (Arabic: ابراء) is the second largest city in the Ash Sharqiyah Region of Oman. It is located about 170 km (2 hours) from Muscat and has a population estimated at 55,000 people. Ibra is one of the oldest cities in Oman and was once a centre of trade, religion, education and art. The city acquired its importanceRead more
as an important meeting point at the base of the Ash Sharqiya.
Ibra is home of the Al ismaili, Al Harthy, Al Maskari, Al Mughairi And Al Riyami tribes, some of the biggest tribes in Oman, and all of which are very prevalent in Ibra. Sheikh Saif bin Hashil Al-Maskari is one of the most prominent Sheikhs of Ibra. Sheikh Saif bin Hashil Al-Maskari is among the biggest businessmen in Oman, he has invested heavily in improving Ibra and its infrastructure. Sheikh Saif was also a former GCC Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs and Ibra is his tribal home town.
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Where is Ibrā’ located?
Ibrā’ is located in Northeastern Governorate, Oman, Asia. The coordinates are 22.6906 latitude, 58.5334 longitude.
What is the population of Ibrā’?
Ibrā’ has a population of approximately 25,265 people, making it a town in Oman.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 25,265
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Oman
- Region
- Northeastern Governorate
- Timezone
- Asia/Muscat
- Coordinates
- 22.6906, 58.5334
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Worth the detour from Ibrā’
1 notable place within an hour's drive.
Driving roads near Ibrā’
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 74 kmMuscat to Sur Coastal Road (Route 17)A smooth coastal highway tracing the Gulf of Oman past white cliffs, wadi mouths and beaches, linking Muscat with Sur via Bimmah Sinkhole, Fins Beach and Wadi Shab.
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Year-round
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