Excursion Overview
Mirbat today is a small and sleepy town, notable for its Yemeni-style buildings, most of which are sadly in some state of disrepair. One building which has been restored is the fort which was the backdrop to the most notable event in Mirbat’s history. In 1972 the Omani government, supported by the British, was waging a war against a Marxist, Arab nationalist uprising. 300 guerrilla soldiers pinned down 9 SAS soldiers in the fort; thanks largely to the heroic actions of one of the SAS soldiers, who ran under fire to an artillery emplacement and single-handedly operated a field gun usually manned by 4-6 soldiers, the assault was beaten off, although two of the SAS soldiers died in the battle.
Excursion type:
- Outdoor
- Culture
- History
- Self-driving
Excursion Gallery
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From our very first contact with Emma she listened carefully to what we wanted and put together a fabulous Oman holiday for us. Our expectations, and hopes, were high and our trip exceeded them. We travelled from city to town, mountain to desert, inland and on the coast, staying in a variety of hotels. The information and suggestions we were given really enhanced our time. Everything was wonderful! I cannot imagine a better trip to Oman than we had, and we owe a huge debt of gratitude to Emma for all the knowledge and expertise she brought to planning our holiday.
Sarah Whitworth,
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A truly wonderful trip to Oman, curated by Catherine of Holiday Architects. Oman exceeded our expectations on all levels and the trip that was put together was perfect. enough variety to be really interesting but not too rushed to be unable to enjoy it. Can not recommend the country and HA enough.
Charlie Horrell,
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We offer tailor-made holidays to suit a wide range of tastes. Our experts Catherine and Emma are dedicated to all things Oman and are here to help you plan your perfect trip.
Catherine Williams
Destination Manager
Catherine’s explored Oman from top to toe. She's hiked the mountains, dived its coast and wandered the souks. She’s all about combining the great outdoors with local experiences and knows exactly how to plan a trip that's perfect for you.
Emma Higgins
Destination Manager
With a love for nature, culture and seriously good food, Emma was completely won over by Oman on her first visit. Since, she’s travelled from north to south, uncovering both classic sights and quieter corners that will make your holiday extra special.
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