Al Bustan Palace for Iftar

I enjoyed taking up the invitation by the management of Al Bustan Palace

Al Bustan Iftar Buffet
Al Bustan Iftar Buffet

to join them for the meal which breaks the daily fast during Ramadhan, ‘Iftar’. In a special tent overlooking the Sea of Oman we enjoyed an Arabic themed meal with, for those who smoke, a Shisha Tent (Hubbly Bubbly/Water Pipe/Hookah) next door.

Iftar in Muttrah
Iftar in Muttrah

As a contrast in Muttrah this is the Iftar of a local community which of course is also open to guests, free of charge during the entire month.

Author: Tony Walsh

Book author including the current Bradt guide to Oman