Fascinating to wander around the Bastakiya area that has buildings of coral, sandstone and render, restored to their former glory. The wind towers cooled the houses and are seen on the corners of most of the walled-in courtyarded homes. Most buildings were closed, but we came across a shop selling Iranian handicrafts. The owner was very happy to explain the crafts and insisted I try on the beaded headdress and also equiped me with a beaded bag.
The palm fronds are used for roofing and walls. 'No smoking' around them please!
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