Bahla

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Bahla Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in restoration
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Bahla Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in restoration

Bahla (Arabic: بهلا‎) is a town in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman. It is famous for its pottery, and also for its pre-islamic history.

The town also contains an impressive fort (Bahla Fort), which is on the World Heritage list. Bahla pottery is famous throughout Oman, and is in great demand from tourists.

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