Oman is an Arab country located on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, bordered by the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen. It is the oldest independent state in the Arab world, with a diverse landscape of mountains, deserts, and coastal plains, and a rich history shaped by its strategic location for maritime trade. The capital is Muscat, and the government is an absolute monarchy ruled by a Sultan. Oman's economy is transitioning from oil dependence to include a significant focus on tourism, and the country is known for its modernization efforts under Sultan Qaboos bin Said and its conservative but welcoming culture