Archaeological Dossier & Curated Editorial
Jebel Shams & The Balcony Walk
Towering as the highest summit in Oman, Jebel Shams plunges into the breathtaking abyss of Wadi Ghul, widely celebrated as the Grand Canyon of Arabia. The iconic Balcony Walk traces narrow ancient cliff ledges leading to the abandoned stone hamlet of As Sab, offering heart-stirring vistas.
“Towering as the highest summit in Oman, Jebel Shams plunges into the breathtaking abyss of Wadi Ghul, widely celebrated as the Grand Canyon of Arabia. The iconic Balcony Walk traces narrow ancient cli”
— Tourism Compass Heritage Committee
EraHistorical Era
Duration4 Hours
RegistryUNESCO World Heritage
GeodeticsWGS84 Grid
