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77-513: Prior to assuming the role of imam, Ghalib served as the qadi (judge) of Rustaq and Nizwa . He later served as the treasurer of the imamate. After the predecessor, Imam Alkhalili, died on 3 May 1954, Ghalib al-Hinai was elected to be the imam (ruler). His father, Ali bin Hilal al-Hinai, previously served as the wali (governor) of Rustaq. His brother Talib bin Ali would become an effective and determined leader in

154-574: A 'large village.' The term is a cognate to other Indo-European tongues such as Latin , where 'rustica', means the same thing (whence the source for the English term, 'rustic'). Rustaq is located amidst the Hajar Mountains , and they surround the city from all directions except the northern side. This northern side is the direction from which the city opens up to the coastal regions in the area of Al-Batinah (including Al-Musannah and Al- Suwayq ), which

231-467: A 'large village.' The term is a cognate to other Indo-European tongues such as Latin , where 'rustica', means the same thing (whence the source for the English term, 'rustic'). Rustaq is located amidst the Hajar Mountains , and they surround the city from all directions except the northern side. This northern side is the direction from which the city opens up to the coastal regions in the area of Al-Batinah (including Al-Musannah and Al- Suwayq ), which

308-561: A diameter of 6 m (20 ft). The Rustaq Castle  [ ar ] ( Arabic : قَلْعَة ٱلرُّسْتَاق , romanized :  Qalʿat Ar-Rustāq ) is located on the slopes of the Green Mountain at the edge of the Batinah plain in the Rustaq province of South Al Batinah Governorate. The castle was initially built on Persian ruins around the year 1250 AD, but the impressive current structure

385-405: A diameter of 6 m (20 ft). The Rustaq Castle  [ ar ] ( Arabic : قَلْعَة ٱلرُّسْتَاق , romanized :  Qalʿat Ar-Rustāq ) is located on the slopes of the Green Mountain at the edge of the Batinah plain in the Rustaq province of South Al Batinah Governorate. The castle was initially built on Persian ruins around the year 1250 AD, but the impressive current structure

462-507: A height of over 16 meters and has a diameter of nine and a half meters. The second tower is the "Wind Tower," built by Imam Saif bin Sultan Al Ya'arubi, whose tomb is located in the western corner of the castle. The "Wind Tower" reaches a height of 12 meters and has a diameter of 12 meters as well, with a hundred decorative triangles surrounding its walls. The third tower is the "Devils Tower," also built by Imam Saif bin Sultan Al Ya'arubi, and

539-452: A height of over 16 meters and has a diameter of nine and a half meters. The second tower is the "Wind Tower," built by Imam Saif bin Sultan Al Ya'arubi, whose tomb is located in the western corner of the castle. The "Wind Tower" reaches a height of 12 meters and has a diameter of 12 meters as well, with a hundred decorative triangles surrounding its walls. The third tower is the "Devils Tower," also built by Imam Saif bin Sultan Al Ya'arubi, and

616-555: A number of the interior villages were recaptured, including Bilad Sayt , on 14 June 1957. The MOFF moved an artillery battery to Bilad Sayt in anticipation of an easy victory. However, the imamate's forces proved to be much better organized than anticipated. After weeks of skirmishes, the MOFF, with no civilian support from the locals in the interior, had no choice but to surrender their way back to Fahud. The Imamate's forces freed Nizwa (capital), Firq, Izki , Tanuf, Bahla and Jebal Akhdar from

693-544: A request for an urgent meeting to discuss 'British aggression against' an independent imamate of Oman. The UN General Assembly adopted the 'Question of Oman' resolution in 1965, 1966 and again in 1967 that called upon the British government to cease all actions against the locals, end British control over Oman and reaffirmed the inalienable right of the Omani people to self-determination and independence. The 'question of Oman' remained on

770-597: Is a town and Wilayah (District) in Al Batinah Region of northern Oman . The wilayah is in the Western Hajar Mountains , in the south of the Batinah . Rustaq was once the capital of Oman, during the era of Imam Nasir bin Murshid al Ya'arubi . Rustaq is governed today by its own administration, and is represented by officials in offices affiliated with the province. These include the offices of Al Hawqayn (in

847-419: Is an area of healing warm springs, the most notable being 'Ain al-Kasafa. Its waters runs at 45 °C (113 °F) and are regarded as a cure for rheumatism and skin diseases due to its sulphur content. There are three popular wadis to visit: Wadi Bani Ghafar, Wadi al-Sahtan and Wadi Bani Awf . In addition, the mountains are pitted with caves such as Al Sanaqha Cave with its own subterranean springs. One of

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924-419: Is an area of healing warm springs, the most notable being 'Ain al-Kasafa. Its waters runs at 45 °C (113 °F) and are regarded as a cure for rheumatism and skin diseases due to its sulphur content. There are three popular wadis to visit: Wadi Bani Ghafar, Wadi al-Sahtan and Wadi Bani Awf . In addition, the mountains are pitted with caves such as Al Sanaqha Cave with its own subterranean springs. One of

1001-470: Is built on columns, and contains no wooden supports. Its walls, at no less than 3 m (9.8 ft) thick at any point, can withstand great impact. It is located in the Rustaq province of South Al Batinah Governorate and features a military stronghold that is among the traditional Omani defense landmarks. It includes prominent elements such as the massive wooden gate, secret escape tunnels, fortified towers, and upper-level gunports. There are also openings at

1078-470: Is built on columns, and contains no wooden supports. Its walls, at no less than 3 m (9.8 ft) thick at any point, can withstand great impact. It is located in the Rustaq province of South Al Batinah Governorate and features a military stronghold that is among the traditional Omani defense landmarks. It includes prominent elements such as the massive wooden gate, secret escape tunnels, fortified towers, and upper-level gunports. There are also openings at

1155-447: Is famous for the cultivation of different types of palm including: Khalas, Zabad, Hilali, Al-Mabsli Obo Soih, Almeznaj, Subaa Al-Aroos and Jabri. It is also known for the cultivation of citrus and quince, lemon, Albalnj Alchkak and Nadan, as well as Almstafl and olives (guava), mango (Alamba), bananas and papaya and clover, in addition to seasonal crops such as maize, barley, Algeljlan, onions and garlic. The College of Education in Rustaq

1232-447: Is famous for the cultivation of different types of palm including: Khalas, Zabad, Hilali, Al-Mabsli Obo Soih, Almeznaj, Subaa Al-Aroos and Jabri. It is also known for the cultivation of citrus and quince, lemon, Albalnj Alchkak and Nadan, as well as Almstafl and olives (guava), mango (Alamba), bananas and papaya and clover, in addition to seasonal crops such as maize, barley, Algeljlan, onions and garlic. The College of Education in Rustaq

1309-409: Is in the Western Hajar Mountains , in the south of the Batinah . Rustaq was once the capital of Oman, during the era of Imam Nasir bin Murshid al Ya'arubi . Rustaq is governed today by its own administration, and is represented by officials in offices affiliated with the province. These include the offices of Al Hawqayn (in the northern part of the province) and Wadi Bani Hani (in the western part of

1386-471: Is located about 40 km away from the center of Rustaq province and approximately 150 km away from Muscat governorate. This valley is characterized by its year-round flowing water, as well as its distinctive course featuring beautiful waterfalls and perennial flowing springs. Falaj Al-Meisar: One of the listed aflaj (traditional irrigation channels) in the World Heritage List , located in

1463-410: Is located about 40 km away from the center of Rustaq province and approximately 150 km away from Muscat governorate. This valley is characterized by its year-round flowing water, as well as its distinctive course featuring beautiful waterfalls and perennial flowing springs. Falaj Al-Meisar: One of the listed aflaj (traditional irrigation channels) in the World Heritage List , located in

1540-726: Is located in Al-Batinah South region within the Rustaq province. It falls under the Western Hajar governorates. It is bordered to the east by Al Awabi province, to the west by Ibri province, to the south by the Green Mountain , Nizwa , and Al Hamra , and to the north by Al Masnaah and Al Suwaiq provinces. The college offers academic departments in the Teacher Preparation Program for English language, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology. These programs started in

1617-485: Is located in Al-Batinah South region within the Rustaq province. It falls under the Western Hajar governorates. It is bordered to the east by Al Awabi province, to the west by Ibri province, to the south by the Green Mountain , Nizwa , and Al Hamra , and to the north by Al Masnaah and Al Suwaiq provinces. The college offers academic departments in the Teacher Preparation Program for English language, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology. These programs started in

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1694-524: Is nicknamed the "Underground Tower." It has a height of 18 and a half meters and a diameter of about six meters, with five decorative triangles encircling its walls. The fourth tower is the "Modern Tower," constructed during the reign of Imam Ahmed bin Said. It stands at a height of 11 and a half meters and is adorned with eighty decorative triangles. Within Rustaq Castle, there are ten cannons. Four of them are in

1771-421: Is nicknamed the "Underground Tower." It has a height of 18 and a half meters and a diameter of about six meters, with five decorative triangles encircling its walls. The fourth tower is the "Modern Tower," constructed during the reign of Imam Ahmed bin Said. It stands at a height of 11 and a half meters and is adorned with eighty decorative triangles. Within Rustaq Castle, there are ten cannons. Four of them are in

1848-532: Is the most active and important vital passage in the region. It is also considered a link connecting the city to the Omani capital, Muscat , which is only 160 km away. Rustaq is also distinguished by its rocky and sandy desert environment in the northeastern direction. During the days of the Sasanian Empire , Al-Rustaq had a Persian marzban (military governor), whom Sasanians in the area would report to. Dibba and Tuwwam , which Oman today shares with

1925-475: Is the most active and important vital passage in the region. It is also considered a link connecting the city to the Omani capital, Muscat , which is only 160 km away. Rustaq is also distinguished by its rocky and sandy desert environment in the northeastern direction. During the days of the Sasanian Empire , Al-Rustaq had a Persian marzban (military governor), whom Sasanians in the area would report to. Dibba and Tuwwam , which Oman today shares with

2002-604: The U.A.E. , were taxed by Al-Julanda, who were clients of the Sasanians. There are also historical mosques in Rustaq, including Al-Bayada Mosque, the Basra Mosque, and the Qasra Mosque. Rustaq Fort, built four centuries prior to the 7th century C.E. , is an imposing structure built on three levels, containing separate houses, an armoury, a mosque and four towers. The tallest tower stands over 18.5 m (61 ft) high, and has

2079-442: The U.A.E. , were taxed by Al-Julanda, who were clients of the Sasanians. There are also historical mosques in Rustaq, including Al-Bayada Mosque, the Basra Mosque, and the Qasra Mosque. Rustaq Fort, built four centuries prior to the 7th century C.E. , is an imposing structure built on three levels, containing separate houses, an armoury, a mosque and four towers. The tallest tower stands over 18.5 m (61 ft) high, and has

2156-579: The British government recognized that the use of RAF would expedite oil exploration operations in the interior of Oman. The war was triggered by the sultan, Said Bin Taimur, on 25 October 1954, when he licensed IPC oil prospectors to search for oil near Fahud , an area located within the territory of the Imamate of Oman and sent Muscat and Oman Field Force (MOFF), later renamed Sultan of Oman's Armed Forces (SAF), troops to occupy it. The MOFF moved to occupy Tanam on

2233-754: The General Directorate of Education, and the General Police Directorate. These governmental institutions, along with others, serve the neighboring provinces in the southern part of the Batinah region. Al-Hilah : Located to the north of Rustaq Castle and west of Al-Jazeera Sports Team's stadium. Industrial Area : The industrial area in Rustaq includes various shops and stores for selling car parts, car repair workshops, aluminum shops, and also hosts activities related to mining, blacksmithing, and lathe work. It contains service facilities like restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores. Al-Hazm : Situated to

2310-606: The Jebel Akhdar War in 1959, and Imam Ghalib al-Hinai managed to escape to Saudi Arabia. He continued for a short time to lead a temporary government-in-exile from Dammam (Saudi Arabia) and established an imamate office in Cairo (Egypt) while the fighting continued in Oman. Imam Ghalib delegated his brother, Talib al-Hinai , who was the wali (governor) of Rustaq , and Suleiman bin Hamyar, who

2387-520: The Modern Tower, three in the Wind Tower, and the remaining three at the lower section of the castle. The castle is also equipped with four gates: Ya'Aruba Gate, Al A'la Gate, Central Gate, and Sarhah Gate. Castle dimensions: Length 60 meters, Width 45 meters, Total area: 2700 square meters. Al-Hazm Castle is an outstanding example of Omani Islamic architecture and was built in 1711 AD. The fort's roof

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2464-412: The Modern Tower, three in the Wind Tower, and the remaining three at the lower section of the castle. The castle is also equipped with four gates: Ya'Aruba Gate, Al A'la Gate, Central Gate, and Sarhah Gate. Castle dimensions: Length 60 meters, Width 45 meters, Total area: 2700 square meters. Al-Hazm Castle is an outstanding example of Omani Islamic architecture and was built in 1711 AD. The fort's roof

2541-583: The UN General Assembly agenda in each year until 1971. The Imamate's cause continued to be promoted up until 1970. Al Hinai continued to receive visitors from Oman up until his death and was well respected by the people of Oman. He died on 29 November 2009 at the age of 96 in Dammam . Rustaq Rustaq ( Arabic : ٱلرُّسْتَاق , romanized :  Ar-Rustāq ) is a town and Wilayah (District) in Al Batinah Region of northern Oman . The wilayah

2618-543: The academic year 2016/2017. There are also two applied programs: the International Business Management program, which started in the academic year 2008/2009, and the Information Technology program, which began in the academic year 2009/2010. Both programs offer four specializations that students can choose from after completing their second year. In the International Business Management program,

2695-402: The academic year 2016/2017. There are also two applied programs: the International Business Management program, which started in the academic year 2008/2009, and the Information Technology program, which began in the academic year 2009/2010. Both programs offer four specializations that students can choose from after completing their second year. In the International Business Management program,

2772-433: The capital of the imamate, Nizwa, was captured by the sultanate on 15 December 1955. However, resistance from the imamate forces persisted and Talib al-Hinai, who was the wali (governor) of Rustaq and the younger brother of the imam, played a key role in strengthening the imamate's forces by recruiting additional forces and acquiring Saudi, Egypt and Iraq's support. The restrengthening of the imamate's forces materialized when

2849-616: The city. In the Hazm Fort, there are several rooms used for teaching the Quran, sciences, and religious knowledge. The fort is crossed by the Hazm Falaj, serving residents and visitors of the fort. The total area of the fort is 1600 square meters. Among the tourist attractions in Rustaq are the "Ayun Al-Mas" (Diamond Eyes) hot springs, such as Al Khor, Al Hwayt, Al Khadra, Al Zurqa, and Ain Al-Kusfa, where

2926-412: The city. In the Hazm Fort, there are several rooms used for teaching the Quran, sciences, and religious knowledge. The fort is crossed by the Hazm Falaj, serving residents and visitors of the fort. The total area of the fort is 1600 square meters. Among the tourist attractions in Rustaq are the "Ayun Al-Mas" (Diamond Eyes) hot springs, such as Al Khor, Al Hwayt, Al Khadra, Al Zurqa, and Ain Al-Kusfa, where

3003-459: The entrance used for pouring boiling oil or date honey on charging attackers. It is also considered one of the most exquisite examples of Omani Islamic architectural treasures. It was built by Imam Sultan bin Saif bin Sultan Al Ya'arubi in the year 1711 CE. The fort stands out for its absence of wooden roofs, instead utilizing fixed round contracts resembling cylinders. The wall width is three meters, and

3080-412: The entrance used for pouring boiling oil or date honey on charging attackers. It is also considered one of the most exquisite examples of Omani Islamic architectural treasures. It was built by Imam Sultan bin Saif bin Sultan Al Ya'arubi in the year 1711 CE. The fort stands out for its absence of wooden roofs, instead utilizing fixed round contracts resembling cylinders. The wall width is three meters, and

3157-508: The following day. The move was considered by the Imam to be a breach to the Treaty of Seeb , an agreement which recognized the autonomy of the Imamate. The occupation of Fahud and Tanam was only a prelude to a grand design by the sultanate to occupy the entire imamate. On 13 December 1954, the MOFF, which was instilled with eight British officers, marched from Fahud to Adam and occupied it. Subsequently,

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3234-401: The fort features several massive gates that do not meet in a single passage. The fort houses various historical Portuguese and Spanish cannons with a firing range of up to 70 kilometers. It boasts specialized horse ascent staircases to the upper parts of the fort, along with secret passageways, each two meters wide and two meters high, dispersed in all four directions of the fort, leading out to

3311-401: The fort features several massive gates that do not meet in a single passage. The fort houses various historical Portuguese and Spanish cannons with a firing range of up to 70 kilometers. It boasts specialized horse ascent staircases to the upper parts of the fort, along with secret passageways, each two meters wide and two meters high, dispersed in all four directions of the fort, leading out to

3388-572: The imamate's revolt against the sultan of Muscat in the 1950s. Oman was split between the interior, which was known as the Imamate of Oman , and the coastal Oman, known as the Sultanate of Muscat . The British government exercised vast control over the Sultanate as the defence secretary and chief of intelligence, chief adviser to the sultan and all ministers except for two were British. Shortly after Imam Ghalib

3465-491: The interior in order not to alienate the sultan and to avoid invalidating the claim of IPC that its concession from the sultan covers the entirety of Oman. In 1946, the British government provided arms and ammunition, auxiliary supplies and officers to occupy the interior. In September 1946, the British government studied the proposal that was promised to the sultan of using the British Royal Air Force ( RAF ) to occupy

3542-452: The interior started early in 1945 as news broke out that Imam Alkhalili, the predecessor to Imam al-Hinai, was ill and the sultan expressed his interest to the British government of occupying the interior right after the death of the Imam. The idea of having the oil company negotiate directly with the interior of Oman was not favored by the British political agent who resided in Muscat providing

3619-519: The interior. The British government concluded that it is reluctant "in principle" to the use of force for the reason of avoiding international criticism that may lead to the calling of the British government before the United Nations Security Council but they executed anyway waging war for over 5 years between the two Head of Estate on the battle ground Jabel Akhdar (The Green Mountain) with over 2,000 martyrs losing their lives. Meanwhile,

3696-430: The justification that it would mean recognizing the authority of the Imamate and it would increase its prestige- which would not favor IPC deal. The British Political Agent believed that the only method of granting the oil company access to the interior was by assisting the sultan in occupying the Imamate. The position of the British government was thereafter to eliminate any possibility of entering into direct relations with

3773-465: The main occupations in Rustaq is beekeeping. Pure Omani honey is a most sought-after commodity and is of the highest quality. Fruits such as pomegranates, apricots, plums and grapes are grown on the foothills of the Akhdar Mountains and brought to Rustaq for sale. There are also historical mosques in Rustaq, including Al-Bayada Mosque, the Basra Mosque, and the Qasra Mosque. Wadi Al-Hawqeen: It

3850-407: The main occupations in Rustaq is beekeeping. Pure Omani honey is a most sought-after commodity and is of the highest quality. Fruits such as pomegranates, apricots, plums and grapes are grown on the foothills of the Akhdar Mountains and brought to Rustaq for sale. There are also historical mosques in Rustaq, including Al-Bayada Mosque, the Basra Mosque, and the Qasra Mosque. Wadi Al-Hawqeen: It

3927-491: The neighboring provinces in the southern part of the Batinah region. Al-Hilah : Located to the north of Rustaq Castle and west of Al-Jazeera Sports Team's stadium. Industrial Area : The industrial area in Rustaq includes various shops and stores for selling car parts, car repair workshops, aluminum shops, and also hosts activities related to mining, blacksmithing, and lathe work. It contains service facilities like restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores. Al-Hazm : Situated to

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4004-430: The north of Al-Wushail. Al-Hawqeen : This area is located to the northwest of Rustaq province, west of Al-Misfah, and to the north of Al-Sarh District. Industries prospered over the years due to the elementary needs of people Al Rustaq and some other states and regions in Sultanate of Oman. Al Rustaq was made by middle Iranians 40,000 years ago. Omani Halwa is also produced in Rustaq. People come from many places in

4081-430: The north of Al-Wushail. Al-Hawqeen : This area is located to the northwest of Rustaq province, west of Al-Misfah, and to the north of Al-Sarh District. Industries prospered over the years due to the elementary needs of people Al Rustaq and some other states and regions in Sultanate of Oman. Al Rustaq was made by middle Iranians 40,000 years ago. Omani Halwa is also produced in Rustaq. People come from many places in

4158-440: The north of Rustaq Castle. Al-Wushail : Located to the north of Rustaq and Rustaq Castle, and to the southwest of Al-Misfah. Al-Tabaqah. College of Applied Sciences in Rustaq : Located to the north of Rustaq province in the area of Al-Wushail. Al-Shubaykah : Positioned north of Rustaq, and northwest of Al-Misfah in the south of Al-Hazm. Al-Ghashb : The area is situated north of Rustaq Castle. Falaj Al-Shurah : Found to

4235-440: The north of Rustaq Castle. Al-Wushail : Located to the north of Rustaq and Rustaq Castle, and to the southwest of Al-Misfah. Al-Tabaqah. College of Applied Sciences in Rustaq : Located to the north of Rustaq province in the area of Al-Wushail. Al-Shubaykah : Positioned north of Rustaq, and northwest of Al-Misfah in the south of Al-Hazm. Al-Ghashb : The area is situated north of Rustaq Castle. Falaj Al-Shurah : Found to

4312-565: The north of Rustaq province, notable landmarks include Al-Hazm Fort and Al-Hazm Sports Team's stadium. Rustaq Interior, Yaqa', Al-Jazeera, and Bil : Located to the north of Rustaq Castle. Al-Sarh District : Situated to the west of Rustaq Castle and west of Rustaq province. Al-Mazahit : Positioned to the north of Rustaq province and to the north of Rustaq Castle. Jammah : Located to the northeast of Rustaq province and northeast of Al-Misfah. Al-Nahdha. Al-Murji : Found west of Rustaq Castle and west of Al-Sarh District. Rustaq: Situated to

4389-565: The north of Rustaq province, notable landmarks include Al-Hazm Fort and Al-Hazm Sports Team's stadium. Rustaq Interior, Yaqa', Al-Jazeera, and Bil : Located to the north of Rustaq Castle. Al-Sarh District : Situated to the west of Rustaq Castle and west of Rustaq province. Al-Mazahit : Positioned to the north of Rustaq province and to the north of Rustaq Castle. Jammah : Located to the northeast of Rustaq province and northeast of Al-Misfah. Al-Nahdha. Al-Murji : Found west of Rustaq Castle and west of Al-Sarh District. Rustaq: Situated to

4466-583: The northern part of the province) and Wadi Bani Hani (in the western part of the province). Additionally, the province has two representatives in the Omani Shura Council , who are nominated by the province's residents during the Shura Council elections in the country. Within the province, there are administrative centers representing various governmental service ministries, including the Primary Court,

4543-464: The province). Additionally, the province has two representatives in the Omani Shura Council , who are nominated by the province's residents during the Shura Council elections in the country. Within the province, there are administrative centers representing various governmental service ministries, including the Primary Court, the General Directorate of Education, and the General Police Directorate. These governmental institutions, along with others, serve

4620-453: The second-largest castle in Oman after Bahla Castle. Other notable structures include Al Hawqeen Fort and Al Hazm Fort, a masterpiece of Omani Islamic architecture. Rustaq boasts over 22 towers and several ancient alleys like Al Ghashb, Ayni, Jammah, Qusuri, and Al Mahadir. The area is adorned with unique old mosques and prayer halls, such as Al 'Ulayyah Mosque and Al Bia'dah Mosque located within Rustaq Castle, along with Qasri Mosque. Rustaq

4697-453: The second-largest castle in Oman after Bahla Castle. Other notable structures include Al Hawqeen Fort and Al Hazm Fort, a masterpiece of Omani Islamic architecture. Rustaq boasts over 22 towers and several ancient alleys like Al Ghashb, Ayni, Jammah, Qusuri, and Al Mahadir. The area is adorned with unique old mosques and prayer halls, such as Al 'Ulayyah Mosque and Al Bia'dah Mosque located within Rustaq Castle, along with Qasri Mosque. Rustaq

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4774-542: The specializations include International Business Management, Accounting, Tourism, and Hospitality. For the Information Technology program, the specializations include Software Development, Information Technology Security, Computer Networks, and Data Management. The name of this town is a derived from the Middle Iranian rōstāg , meaning "district" (also in Baluchi , Persian , Kumzari , etc.), New Iranian rusta , meaning

4851-437: The specializations include International Business Management, Accounting, Tourism, and Hospitality. For the Information Technology program, the specializations include Software Development, Information Technology Security, Computer Networks, and Data Management. The name of this town is a derived from the Middle Iranian rōstāg , meaning "district" (also in Baluchi , Persian , Kumzari , etc.), New Iranian rusta , meaning

4928-568: The sultan of Oman's armed forces (SAF) by attaching British officers to lead small units and to head the SAF as a whole. The war lasted 5 years until the SAF, with much difficulty and following direct support of soldiers from the British Special Air Service , 1st Battalion of the Cameronions , a troop of the 15/19 Hussars , RAF fighter jets and a squadron of Ferret armoured cars , put down

5005-514: The sultan that potential oil may exist in the interior of Oman and offered financial support to raise an armed force against any potential resistance by the Imamate. The British government favoured IPC's plan as it sought benefits from the expansion of the Sultanate's territory and considered oil discovery in Oman as a valuable insurance against the insecurity of other parts of the Middle East. The planning of occupying and creating further tension within

5082-427: The sultunate's control, while Ibri was the only area that remained under the occupation of the sultunate. On 25 July 1958, as a result of the ongoing war and British government's aim to be "less visible" in the Middle East in the post-Suez world , letters were exchanged between the sultan and the British leaders and subsequently an assistance in economic development agreement was signed, which consisted of strengthening

5159-545: The surface channels extend to about 19 meters. The number of ventilation openings (Fardi) reaches 270. The site of the falaj is surrounded by numerous historical and archaeological landmarks, including Rustaq Castle. This falaj was added to the World Heritage List in 2006, along with four other aflaj. Ain Al-Kasfah: Rustaq Rustaq ( Arabic : ٱلرُّسْتَاق , romanized :  Ar-Rustāq )

5236-476: The time of Eid and other occasions to buy Halwa. Rustaqi Khanjar production has also been done in Rustaq for a very long time. Old men spend hours and hours making Omani codes. Rustaq people have long been known for their care of palm trees and their dates. They have made use of the branches and leaves to build shelter and make baskets. Leather tanning is also one of the industries in Rustaq. People use leather to save water and food, and for making shoes. The state

5313-476: The time of Eid and other occasions to buy Halwa. Rustaqi Khanjar production has also been done in Rustaq for a very long time. Old men spend hours and hours making Omani codes. Rustaq people have long been known for their care of palm trees and their dates. They have made use of the branches and leaves to build shelter and make baskets. Leather tanning is also one of the industries in Rustaq. People use leather to save water and food, and for making shoes. The state

5390-415: The village of Al-Khubayb in the Rustaq province of South Al-Batinah governorate. Its source of water comes from Wadi Al-Furayʿi, Wadi Al-Sinn, and Wadi Al-Halaa. Its origin is from Al-Ghadadiyah near the edges of Wadi Bani Awf. The main canal's depth reaches more than 50 meters, and the total length of its channels is about 5.5 kilometers. The underground channels extend to approximately 5.764 kilometers, while

5467-415: The village of Al-Khubayb in the Rustaq province of South Al-Batinah governorate. Its source of water comes from Wadi Al-Furayʿi, Wadi Al-Sinn, and Wadi Al-Halaa. Its origin is from Al-Ghadadiyah near the edges of Wadi Bani Awf. The main canal's depth reaches more than 50 meters, and the total length of its channels is about 5.5 kilometers. The underground channels extend to approximately 5.764 kilometers, while

5544-467: The water temperature reaches 45 degrees Celsius. There are also the Shalat Al-Hawqeen hot springs. The area also features various falaj systems, including Falaj Al-Hamam, Falaj Al-Maysar, and Falaj Abu Tha'lab. Rustaq is home to numerous archaeological sites, including forts, castles, and towers. Rustaq Castle dates back four centuries before Islam and comprises four towers and two floors. It ranks as

5621-407: The water temperature reaches 45 degrees Celsius. There are also the Shalat Al-Hawqeen hot springs. The area also features various falaj systems, including Falaj Al-Hamam, Falaj Al-Maysar, and Falaj Abu Tha'lab. Rustaq is home to numerous archaeological sites, including forts, castles, and towers. Rustaq Castle dates back four centuries before Islam and comprises four towers and two floors. It ranks as

5698-468: Was elected in 1954, he led the Imamate of Oman in the Jebel Akhdar War against Sultan Said bin Taimur , backed by the British government. In 1937, an agreement between the sultan and a subsidiary of Iraq Petroleum Company (IPC), a consortium of oil companies that is largely British owned, was signed to grant oil concessions to IPC, in which the sultan received a sizable signature bonus. IPC informed

5775-420: Was rebuilt by the first Imams of the dynasty of Ya'Aruba during the period from 1624 to 1649 AD. It consists of two main floors in addition to the ground floor, featuring residences, weapon storage rooms, reception rooms, gates, a mosque, prisons, wells, and other facilities. In Rustaq Castle, there are four towers that were constructed in the years 1477 and 1906. The first one is the "Red Tower," which stands at

5852-420: Was rebuilt by the first Imams of the dynasty of Ya'Aruba during the period from 1624 to 1649 AD. It consists of two main floors in addition to the ground floor, featuring residences, weapon storage rooms, reception rooms, gates, a mosque, prisons, wells, and other facilities. In Rustaq Castle, there are four towers that were constructed in the years 1477 and 1906. The first one is the "Red Tower," which stands at

5929-583: Was the wali (governor) of Jebel Akhdar, to present the issue to the Arab League and the United Nations in order to seek recognition and claim legitimacy of the imamate of Oman. The imamate's cause was closely identified with Arab nationalism and the various forms of anti-colonialism that were taking place during that period. In August 1959, the UN Security Council voted by a narrow margin not to consider

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