Mirbāṭ Bay

Mirbat Bay lies on the coast of Dhofar, where mountains rise behind the Arabian Sea. The port of Mirbat connected the frankincense-producing interior with markets across the ocean and the Gulf. Ships and caravans brought goods through the town, while seasonal monsoon winds shaped voyages along the coast. In summer, moisture from the sea transforms the nearby hills, contrasting with the dry lands beyond them.