Oman / Musandam / Mudha

Mudha is bordered by the Emirates on three sides. Research has discovered that there have been settlers in the region for over 3500 years and ancient rock paintings date back to pre-Islamic days. Excavations have revealed ruins from the Iron Age, 1000 - 1500 years BC.

Mudha is irrigated by afalaj and natural springs, some of which have rather unusual properties: Al Sheikh Mohammed bin Salim al Madhani falaj is cold in the summer and warm during the winter; Al Samaai spring contains sulphurous water, which is said to treat skin disorders. The water of this spring is cold in summer and hot during the winter.