Oman

SHORT INFORMATION

People of Oman

The total population of Oman is estimated to be 2,845,000 (2009 est.) The overall population density was only about 9 persons per sq km (about 20 per sq mi).

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Omani drinks

Perhaps the most distinctive local drink is traditional coffee (gahwa) – although this doesn’t bear much resemblance to European coffee.

SHORT INFORMATION

Overview of Oman

Officially name: Sultanate of Oman

Capital: Muscat

Largest city: Muscat

Official language: Arabic

Government: Islamic absolute monarchy