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18-478: The southeastern portion of the district has been dubbed as "Little Pakistan" and "Little India" due to a huge number of South Asians from either country residing there. Ruwi was initially a small fishing village with only a few houses, located near the bay. During the reign of Sultan Said bin Sultan Al-Busaidi, it grew into a town with several shops, a police station, and a few homes. In the late 19th century,

36-470: A bun kebab . Mughal culinary influences in the region popularised a number of kebab dishes, resulting in local recipes such as the chapli kebab. The name chapli is said to be derived from the Pashto word chaprikh/chapdikh/chapleet , meaning "flat" – alluding to the kebab's light, round and flattened texture. Another theory is that the name is derived from chappal , the local word for sandals – implying

54-771: Is a traditional type of footwear of Pashtuns , worn especially by Pashtuns in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region. The shoe takes its name from the city of Peshawar , where it originates. While chappal is the word for flip-flops or sandals in Urdu, locals in Peshawar call the Peshawari Tsaplay (Pashto: څپلی ). The shoes are worn by men casually or formally, usually with the shalwar kameez . Because of their comfort, they are worn in place of sandals or slippers in Pakistan. It

72-401: Is a semi-closed shoe which consists of two wide straps crossed and joined with the sole, plus a heel strap with a buckle to tie according to the foot size and level of comfort. It is traditionally made with pure leather with its sole often made from a truck tyre . It is available in many traditional designs and colours with various variations such as gold and silver embroidery, which give

90-519: Is a well-known Pakistani restaurant and serves Pakistani baryani (Halal). Bait Al Falaj Airport was the first airport in Oman, fitted with limited equipment and facilities to serve as a civilian airport. It had a Communication Centre, a Customs Office, asphalt parking for aircraft and a maintenance shed. With these modest facilities, the airport was able to play a small part in the advancement of civil aviation in Oman. Bait Al Falaj Airport, dating back to 1929,

108-441: Is considered a specialty of Pashtun cuisine and often served to guests. The kebab is commonly consumed in meals with bread such as naan, rice dishes such as Kabuli pulao , or wrapped in fast food. In winters, green tea such as kahwah may traditionally be served alongside it, while cold drinks are preferred in the summers. Peshawari chappal The Peshawari chappal ( Pashto : پېښوري څپلی , Urdu : پیشاوری چپل)

126-593: Is made with beef and is a popular street food throughout South Asia , including Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, and Bangladesh. In India, chapli kabab can be found as street food in the cities of Bhopal , Lucknow , Delhi and Hyderabad , where Muslims have a denser population. Chapli kababs are broadly consumed in Dhaka , Bangladesh , most popularly during the time of Eid-ul Azha and in Ramadan as part of iftar . Chapli kababs can be served and eaten hot with naan or as

144-518: Is the main commercial street in Oman and has numerous jewelry shops, electrical shops, gift shops etc. Both bigger shopping complexes and smaller retail shops are located in Ruwi. Star Cinema and City Cinema are the most popular cinemas of Muscat situated in Ruwi. Sultan Qaboos Mosque is one of the biggest mosques in Ruwi located next to the Ruwi Bus station. A number of churches and Hindu temples are located in

162-440: The average shape and size of a kebab, which resembles that of a front part of the chappal sole. Locals mostly agree with the first theory of Chapli being a short version of Chapleet (aka, Chapdikh). Chapli kabab is served in thousands of kebab houses throughout Pakistan and Afghanistan . Such eateries have rapidly expanded in other cities as well. Today, the chapli kebab is featured on the menu of South Asian restaurants across

180-468: The culture and craft of its original Pakistan makers. Over a thousand petitioners used Change.org to ask the designer and U.K. government for remedy. As a result, the shoe's description on the Paul Smith website was changed to read that it was "inspired by Peshawari Chappal". A new version of the chappal known as 'Kaptaan Chappal' became very popular after it was gifted to Imran Khan in 2015. In 2019

198-447: The first road was built in the region, connecting Muscat to Al Bustan and connecting the small village of Ruwi to the rest of Oman. With the construction of the road, the village of Ruwi began to grow and develop rapidly. It became the commercial and economic center of Muscat, attracting merchants and traders from different regions of the country. During the 20th century, Ruwi continued to develop, and several modern amenities were added to

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216-426: The kebabs in lamb fat over wood-fired stoves to lend an organic flavour. This approach is avoided by some gastronomists, citing health-conscious reasons. Once cooked, chapli kebabs can be served and garnished with parsley, chopped onions and tomatoes, along with other accompaniments such as various chutney sauces, salad, yoghurt, pickles or nuts. The chapli kebab is best served aromatic, moist and spicy. It

234-517: The multi-denominational compound in Ruwi. 23°36′01″N 58°32′36″E  /  23.60028°N 58.54333°E  / 23.60028; 58.54333 Chapli kebab Chapli kebab or chapli kabab ( Pashto : چپلي کباب) is a Pashtun -style minced kebab , usually made from ground beef , mutton or chicken with various spices in the shape of a patty . The chapli kabab originates from Peshawar in Pakistan . The Peshawari chapli kabab

252-624: The neighborhood. The first bank in Oman, Oman Bank, was opened in Ruwi in the 1970s. It was followed by the establishment of several other banks, including the Central Bank of Oman, which also has its headquarters in Ruwi. Ruwi is the main transport hub of the local city bus service, Mwasalat. Buses on national and international routes leave from here. There are a large number of Pakistani restaurants in Ruwi that serve many types of Pakistani food, including Peshwari Chapli kabab , Peshwari grill, and different types of Pakistani kabab. Pakistani Tea House

270-519: The rubber tire sole. The materials are cheap, easily available and very hard-wearing. Intricate designs are added to the leather upper before the shoe is put into a mold which stretches it to size. In March 2014, the Peshawari chappal became the Centre of a global fashion debate when Sir Paul Smith made a similar shoe, which sold for £300. This prompted complaints on social media that the design appropriated

288-401: The shoe a more elegant look. Peshawari chappals have become increasingly popular in other parts of Pakistan; even wearing them with jeans has become a fashion trend, especially among urban youth. With increased availability through e-commerce websites, they are now appearing in new designs in many cities of Pakistan and Dubai. Peshawari chappals are made from soft leather which is sewn onto

306-531: The world. The chapli kebab is prepared with raw, marinated mince and the meat can be either beef or lamb/mutton. The main ingredients include wheat flour , various herbs and spices such as chili powder , coriander leaves, followed by smaller quantities of onions, tomatoes, eggs, ginger, coriander or cumin seeds, green chillies, corn starch , salt and pepper, baking powder and citric juice, like that of lime or lemon. The kebabs can be fried shallow or deep in vegetable cooking oil over medium heat. Some chefs fry

324-524: Was nothing but a dirt track landing strip, mainly put to use for military purposes. It was additionally being utilized by the Petroleum Development Oman Company for its aircraft, flying between Muscat and oil exploration fields in Fahud, Qarn Al Alam and other locations. Today, the site of the airfield is now the centre of modern commercial and residential buildings in Ruwi. Ruwi high street

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