Oman / Muscat / Bausher

The wilayat of Bausher is situated between the sea and the mountains, southwest of Muttrah. Archaeological evidence indicates that Bausher has a history which dates back to 2000BC. The Battle of the Two Wastelands was fought here, when its army defeated that of the Omani Azd.

The name Bausher seems to come from abu sharr meaning the 'iniquitous one', a direct reference to the great unrest which was witnessed here centuries ago.

One of the most famous places in Bausher is the Bait Al Kebir (the Great House) which was owned by Thuria bint Mohammed bin Azan, a wonderful lady who was known throughout the area for her kind and generous deeds. It is now open to the public since restoration in 1992.

Other tourist sites include the Ain Ghala spring, Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex, Qurum Natural Park, Qurum beach, the Natural History Museum and the Children's Museum.

Agriculture is Bausher's main livelihood and utilises the warm waters of the 43 afalaj in the area to irrigate the citrus fruit groves and date palm plantations.

There are several 5-star hotels in the district, including the Intercontinental, Radisson SAS and Holiday Inn.