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 | |
|---|---|
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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