Oman

Asia · Muscat

Oman is a coastal country in Asia with a population of 5.0M and an area of 309,500 km². Its capital is Muscat, Arabic is the official language, and it is a monarchy. Oman shares borders with 3 countries.

Key facts

Continent Asia
Capital Muscat
Population 5.0M
Area 309,500 km²
Language Arabic
Religion Islam
Government Monarchy
Currency Omani Rial
GDP/capita $19500
Independence 1650

Geography

Has coastline Has desert
Oceans / Seas Arabian Sea, Gulf of Oman
Deserts Arabian Desert, Empty Quarter (Rub al Khali)
Geo. lines Tropic of Cancer
Borders Saudi Arabia, UAE, Yemen

History & Culture

Ottoman Empire Silk Road

Economy & Resources

Agriculture Dates, Wheat
Energy Oil, Natural gas

Memberships

Arab League

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These Yes/No questions help narrow down Oman efficiently:

Is the country located in Asia? ✅ Yes
Is the country an island nation? ❌ No
Is the country landlocked (no sea access)? ❌ No
Does the country have a coastline? ✅ Yes
Does the country have a population > 50 million? ❌ No
Does the country have mountains above 3,000 m? ❌ No
Is the country a member of Arab League? ✅ Yes

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