The Fort That Built Itself: An Omani Folktale
In the days of the Ya’ariba dynasty, when Oman’s interior was shaped by oases and guarded by resolve rather than walls, the Imam of Nizwa faced a grave concern. Raiders moved swiftly across the desert, threatening a vital oasis that sustained villages and caravans alike. To protect it, the Imam ordered the construction of a great fort, one that would
