Housed in an imposing new building in the heart of Old Muscat, the National Museum makes a fitting consort for the Sultan's Palace opposite. The emphasis of this long-awaited contemporary museum is on quality rather than quantity, with space, light and height used to enhance the selective displays showcasing the heritage of Oman. Giant screens, Arabic brail and high-tech devices bring the artefacts alive. The museum, which was officially inaugurated in December 2015, is due to open to the public in April 2016.
