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Sur
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Sur
Sur is a capital city of Ash Sharqiyah Region, northeastern Oman. It was founded as a centre for trade with East Africa in the 6th century AD.
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Country: Oman
District: Ash Sharqiyah South Governorate
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: 6th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Old Omanis
Later Cultures: Mixed
Site Features: Mixed Monuments
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Elevation: 8 m
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