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18/04/2026

Traditional bullfighting in Oman dates back more than a century. Some believe the practice originated from Portuguese influence during the 16th to 18th centuries, while others suggest it was introduced through Spanish connections. In either case, it is likely that the tradition was shaped by European influence.

Unlike bullfighting in other parts of the world, the Omani version is bloodless and does not involve killing. Instead, it is a display of strength and power, where two bulls compete by locking horns. The contest typically ends when one of the bulls retreats, often avoiding serious injury.

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22/03/2026

Not far beyond the horizon, the world trembles—
scarred by the hands that once vowed to shape and guard it. Leaders, cloaked in power, test their might—
measuring reach, weighing ruin, and rehearsing destruction.
A sacred month of quiet devotion has slipped by,
woven with prayer, surrender, and stillness.
In turning away from the noise of endless ties,
I found refuge in the whisper of the earth—
where silence heals, and the soul remembers.
Far from the madding crowd,
peace was not sought… it was found.

23/12/2025

Winter and dreams:
An evening in winter near the harbor, where the sea meets the city and the sky comes alive with wings of dreams.
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02/12/2025

Like a song…

A peaceful escape surrounded by mountains, sea, and stories carried by the wind. A reminder that the world is still full of quiet magic. Love for the nature and love of the nature meets at a point where we feel that connection with the unknown.
(Taken on iPhone 15 ProMax)


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20/11/2025

The Sea listens to us:
The sea breathes stories in waves of blue,
Whispers of places the wind once been.
Soft salty air, a timeless song,
Pulls every wandering heart along.

Its tides return, both wild and free—
A gentle reminder of how life should be.

01/11/2025

Lighted to lighten

A lighthouse is meant to be a reflection of a land and its spirit.
Standing tall on the shore, it reveals its presence to every passerby at sea — guiding ships away from danger or simply declaring, “We are here.”
The traces of travelers and merchants can still be found in Sur, their legacy standing as a reminder of a time long past.
The lighthouse — forever lit to enlighten, by all means.


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07/10/2025

12/04/2025

Faces from Toshkent

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21/02/2025

Rest in peace, Leviathan:

The whale is considered the largest mammal on Earth. For human beings, it’s an astonishing creature. There are many stories about whales, from epics to the Bible, and beyond.
But biologically, this gigantic animal of the sea has much to do with our lives. It preserves, supports, and even in death and decay, it nourishes the rest of the sea creatures, contributing to the balance of life. Whales are not just magnificent animals—they are part of our life. In a sense, they are an extension of our own existence.

16/02/2025

Bar Al Hikman:
A place should never be referred or compared to another place. A place should have its own origin and its own title and existence.
May be the landscape or may be the feel one gets reaches to this conclusion. But really this place felt different to me…! No network, no connectivity really in to the wild. A place of solace and rejuvenation…
Maldives is really far away from here…very far…

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