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Omani Geological Heritage Exhibition

The 5th Omani Geological Heritage Exhibition, themed 'Sustainability and Job Opportunities', commenced on September 14, 2026, in the Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdhar, Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. Running until December 31, 2026, the exhibition showcases Oman's geological history and diversity, while also introducing the 'Al Hajar Geopark' project.

Date
Sep 14 - Dec 31, 2026
Location
Al Jabal Al Akhdhar
Status
Ongoing
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Omani Geological Heritage Exhibition

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Highlights

  • Introduction of the 'Al Hajar Geopark' project
  • Display of an 800-million-year-old fossil
  • 3D models of an extinct primitive elephant and dinosaur fossil remains
  • Focus on job opportunities in geotourism
This edition of the Omani Geological Heritage Exhibition offers scientific and interactive content exploring Oman's geological heritage, its formation across various eras, and the importance of its conservation and sustainability. It also highlights potential job opportunities in geotourism. A key feature is the introduction of the 'Al Hajar Geopark' project, conceptualized as Oman's first national geopark, which aims to preserve geological heritage sites and leverage them for tourism, education, and scientific research. The exhibition displays distinctive geological pieces, including a fossil estimated to be around 800 million years old, 3D scientific models of an extinct primitive elephant, and fossilized dinosaur bone remains discovered in Oman.

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