Salim walks the limestone plains of Jiddat al Harasis at dawn, searching for meteorites and oryx tracks. He visits the Oman Across Ages Museum in Hayma' to see the Sayh al Uhaymir stone, reflects on the town's role as an oil and administration hub, and navigates the practicalities of waiting for his Iqama.

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Episode 81 of Oman Travel Podcast with Salim Al Balushi. Salim Al Balushi is in Hayma', Oman.

Places in this episode: Jiddat al Harasis, Al Wusta Governorate, Thumrait, Jalouni, New Al Yahar Restaurant, Sohar International Bank, Oman Across Ages Museum, 5 Star Cafe.

Covered: Meteorite Hunting, Museum Visits, Banking Logistics, Desert Wildlife, Local Economy, Infrastructure Projects.

Chapters:
00:00 Hayma'
02:59 Al Wusta Governorate
06:30 Oman Across Ages Museum
09:11 Jalouni
12:05 Room interior

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