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Village in Dhofar Governorate, Oman
Qaftat
Village
Qaftat is located in OmanQaftatQaftatLocation in Oman
Coordinates: 17°01′N 53°59′E / 17.017°N 53.983°E / 17.017; 53.983
CountryOman
GovernorateDhofar Governorate
Time zoneUTC+4 (Oman Standard Time)

Qaftat (Arabic: قفطات) is a village in the Dhofar Governorate of southwestern Oman. It is located in a coastal area amidst mountains facing the Arabian Sea.

The region experiences a unique monsoon season, called Khareef, which brings greenery and waterfalls to the area between late June and September. Its coastal location suggests that fishing may be a prominent activity for the residents. The area is known for its scenery, and there are beaches, mountains and wadis nearby.

While not a major tourist destination, Qaftat's location in Dhofar makes it a stopover for those exploring the region's natural attractions. The nearby beaches are used for swimming and the mountains offer opportunities for hiking.

Qaftat is accessible by road from other towns in Dhofar. Salalah, the capital of Dhofar, is the closest major city with an airport.

References

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  2. "Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries Wealth, Oman".{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  3. "Dhofar Travel Guide | What to do in Dhofar". Rough Guides. Retrieved 2024-10-19.
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  5. "Hiking in Dhofar" (PDF).
  6. "Royal Oman Police". www.rop.gov.om. Retrieved 2024-10-19.
  7. "Omani Airports".
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Capital: Salalah
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