Jebel Shams Cliff Walk 2005



Jebel Shams Cliff Walk 2005

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Many of the improvements to the trail are only visible on site
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The scenery is still breathtaking
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The trail is now maintained and some safety measures have been installed
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The view back to the starting point
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The cliff walk is one of several hiking trails on the mountain
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The drop is more than 2000 meters to Wadi Ghoul below
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Hikers are often accompanied by goats along the trail
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The Oman government now has groomed hiking trails around the country
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Each year these markers get higher as hikers add stones
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The view from the second lookout up towards the road
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Mary taking a moment to enjoy the view



 


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