Jebel Akhdar (Oman)
The Jebel Akhdar or Al Jabal Al Akhdar (Arabic: ٱلْجَبَل ٱلْأَخْضَر, romanized: Al-Jabal Al-Akhḍar, lit. 'The Green Mountain') is one of the Hajar Mountains in Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate of Oman. It rises to a height of 2,980 m (9,780 ft) and encompasses the Saiq Plateau at 2,000 m above sea level. Jebel Akhdar is famous for its labyrinth of wadis and terraced orchards, where pomegranates, apricots and roses grow in abundance due to its mild Mediterranean climate.
Jebel Akhdar | |
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Terraces in Jebel Akhdar, 2011 | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 2,980 m (9,780 ft) |
Coordinates | 23.1°N 57.4°E |
Naming | |
Native name | ٱلْجَبَل ٱلْأَخْضَر (Arabic) |
Geography | |
Jebel Akhdar Oman | |
Location | Oman |
Parent range | Al-Hajar Mountains |
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