EAN: 9783443150990

Bilder-Quelle: averdo

The geology of Oman is spectacular - for the touristic layman and the geologist alike. Exceptionally well exposed rocks offer a fascinating outcrop experience second to none. The scenery is unique and often breathtaking. The Samail Ophiolite (former sea floor you can walk on) mountain ranges of more than 3000 m altitude and deeply incised canyons with turquoise-coloured perennial streams contrast with dry but golden sand deserts. Coastal areas with kilometres of white beaches are waiting to be discovered. This geological guidebook has two parts: The first provides a general introduction to the geology of Oman and enables the reader to put the variety of geological phenomena and observations into a scientific context. The authors emphasise describing the processes that led to the formation of Oman's rocks and landscapes formed over millennia of Earth history. Following the introductory chapters on archaeology climate and vegetation the geomorphological and geological aspects of Oman are presented. The second and largest part of the guide consists of meticulous descriptions of 99 excursion points located across the northeast of the country. The challenge in Oman is to decide where not to stop rather than the other way round. The authors therefore have carefully selected the most interesting and important sites. The excursion points can easily be located by their coordinates or may also be visited using the detailed roadmaps provided for each single outcrop. A large number of colour illustrations a geological overview map an index and a list of references complete the content of the guide. As the book is written in a textbook style and presents the geology in a comprehensible way a broad understanding is facilitated. Therefore this field guide not only addresses geologists but also amateurs visitors and travellers exploring the beauty and the significance of Oman geology.

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