British Traveler's Account of Muscat 250 Years Ago
During His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq's visit to the United Kingdom, artifacts from the British Royal Collection were displayed at Windsor Castle, including a book by the British explorer Abraham Parsons dating back to 1775. The book highlights life and trade routes in Muscat at that time. It documents that Muscat was a secure trading hub, where goods were left in the streets unguarded without fear of theft. The city’s commerce was diverse, including imported goods such as spices, rice, and coffee, which were exported to Basra and Constantinople. Additionally, Muscat's port was a constant destination for British merchant ships. The city was distinguished by its strategic location along vital trade routes, with a secure port and bustling markets, playing a significant role in re-exporting commodities like coffee, with up to twenty thousand bales arriving annually through active maritime trade between Muscat and other ports.
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