Magical Oman

Culture & Art, Destinations 2 x 52' 2018 HD

The magic of the Orient is not a thing of the past – far from it. Even now, the Sultanate of Oman – legendary home of Sinbad the Sailor – seems like something straight out of 'Arabian Nights'. It's a country of exquisite extremes: barren desert and rough mountains meet lush green oases and a picturesque coastline. This is the land of incense, of camel races and Bedouins, traditional bazaars and mighty medieval castles – evidence of an eventful and significant trade history. Oman's climate is exceptionally regional and its population density is low: ideal conditions for an astonishing and unique set of plants and animals to thrive in deserts, mountains, along the coast and the green monsoon-fed hills in the south of the country. The entire spectrum of beauty and diversity of the legendary Orient remain a thriving reality in the small, progressive Sultanate of Oman.

Episodes
1. In Sinbad's Footsteps
2. Along the Incense Route

Produced by

Marco Polo Film

Languages

English, German, French

Broadcasters

ZDF, arte

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