Ibrā’

Northeastern Governorate, Oman · Asia

About Ibrā’

Ibrā’ sits on the route: 25 minutes from Al Qābil, 58km from Wadi Bani Khalid.

Ibrā’ is in Northeastern Governorate, Oman, with about 25,000 people. The nearest town is Al Qābil, about 21 km away.

Ibra (Arabic: ابراء) is the second largest city in the Ash Sharqiyah Region of Oman. It is located about 170 km (2 hours) from Muscat and has a population estimated at 55,000 people. Ibra is one of the oldest cities in Oman and was once a centre of trade, religion, education and art. The city acquired its importance

as an important meeting point at the base of the Ash Sharqiya. Ibra is home of the Al ismaili, Al Harthy, Al Maskari, Al Mughairi And Al Riyami tribes, some of the biggest tribes in Oman, and all of which are very prevalent in Ibra. Sheikh Saif bin Hashil Al-Maskari is one of the most prominent Sheikhs of Ibra. Sheikh Saif bin Hashil Al-Maskari is among the biggest businessmen in Oman, he has invested heavily in improving Ibra and its infrastructure. Sheikh Saif was also a former GCC Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs and Ibra is his tribal home town.

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What is there to see near Ibrā’?

Within an hour or so of Ibrā’: Wadi Bani Khalid (58 km).

Are there any good drives near Ibrā’?

The nearest famous roads are Muscat to Sur Coastal Road (Route 17) and Wadi Bani Awf & Snake Canyon.

Where is Ibrā’?

Ibrā’ is in Northeastern Governorate, Oman, about 21 km from Al Qābil.

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Quick Information

Population: 25,265
Continent: Asia
Country: Oman
Region: Northeastern Governorate
Timezone: Asia/Muscat
Coordinates: 22.6906, 58.5334

Worth the detour from Ibrā’

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Wadi Bani Khalid

One of the few wadis in Oman with year-round flowing water, featuring stunning emerald pools surrounded by date palm oases and limestone cliffs.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Ibrā’

2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.

74 kmMuscat to Sur Coastal Road (Route 17)A smooth coastal highway tracing the Gulf of Oman past white cliffs, wadi mouths and beaches, linking Muscat with Sur via Bimmah Sinkhole, Fins Beach and Wadi Shab.