Located on the northern coast of Oman, Sohar is a city with
quite a colorful past. It is quite an old and famous city, steeped
in history. The city is the largest within the northern areas of
the country. It has a population of over 220,000 which is the fifth
highest in Oman. The town has a history of acting as a port for the
country, and the reason for this is due to its optimal location. It
serves as a modern day gateway between east and west. Today, it is
home to a deep sea port, which allows for it accommodate the
largest of ships possible, and this has pushed it forward as one of
the fastest growing free zones in the world.
Beyond the top of the range port that is present within the free
zone, there are a few further draws to this free zone, and some
examples of these include:
