Wadi Bani Habib
An abandoned mountain village in Habib surrounded by walnut, apricot, and pomegranate trees.

šŸ“œ An abandoned mountain village in Habib, Oman, known for its unique climate and terraced orchards.
šŸ” Sits at over 6,000 feet elevation in the Hajar Mountains.

Why Go

ā„ļø Unique climate with winter temperatures below zero and summer not exceeding 100°F.
🌳 Surrounded by terraced orchards producing walnuts, apricots, and pomegranates.
šŸ˜ļø Marvel at rustic architecture, intricate paths, and abandoned houses carved into stone.
šŸ•Œ Explore well-preserved structures including a mosque and a meeting building.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Only 4x4 vehicles are allowed past a police checkpoint to reach the area.
āš ļø The trail to the abandoned village is steep and steps are uneven.
āš ļø Visiting the village itself requires some scrambling.

Tips

šŸš— If you don't have a 4x4, you can hire one with a driver at the police checkpoint.

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