The two fortresses were built by the Portuguese in the 1580s and occupy the eastern end of the seaport of Mutla. For military purposes, the Portuguese built several fortresses on geological formations and tactical positions in the ophile hills, such as Fort Jalali, Fort Minari and Fort Matra, to monitor enemy invasions. The forts are the only link between Muscat in previous years and Muscat now, and play a pivotal role in Oman's past. These forts serve as a window into important history, which helped to build and create cultures and traditions that ultimately produced the Oman we know today.
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The two fortresses were built by the Portuguese in the 1580s and occupy the eastern end of the seaport of Mutla. For military purposes, the Portuguese built several fortresses on geological formations and tactical positions in the ophile hills, such as Fort Jalali, Fort Minari and Fort Matra, to monitor enemy invasions. The forts are the only link between Muscat in previous years and Muscat now, and play a pivotal role in Oman's past. These forts serve as a window into important history, which helped to build and create cultures and traditions that ultimately produced the Oman we know today.
Al Jalil Fort is very fascinating and even you cannot visit it, I recommend to go there and enjoy the view!it is close to the Sultan Palace!Date of experience: Januar
Fort Galari and Fort Mirani, both built during the Portuguese invasion, were Oman's main strategic defense bases in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, built on steep rock walls, condescending, and possessing excellent geographical advantages regardless of the attack and defense. The two forts are very impressive. Access to Fort Galari is only via a steep ladder, so it was once used as a prison. But now it has become a museum displaying Oman's traditional heritage. Both fortresses are currently closed to the public, only visiting dignitaries and heads of state, and visitors can only look at their appearance on the coast.
The oldest building in the area, the historic defense base, has two gates and cannons placed at the gate.
The city is very clean, the castle is very beautiful, the people are very good