Tomb of Nabi Imran
قبر النبي عمران
A unusual long tomb in central Salalah, more than 30 metres in length, said to be that of the Prophet Imran, father of the Virgin Mary.
The Tomb of Prophet Imran is located in the Al Haffa district of Salalah. According to local tradition, it holds the remains of Imran, the father of the Virgin Mary (Maryam) in Islamic tradition. The burial chamber is more than 30 metres long and is covered with green and colored cloth. It is protected by a small building in the style of a mosque, and Muslim visitors come steadily to pray. Entry is free. Men and women use separate entrances. Shoes must be removed, dress should be modest, and women need to cover their heads. You can visit it on the same day as Al Haffa Souq and the Baria site.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00 to sunset (avoid prayer times)
Nearby sights
- Al Haffa Souq
- Sultan Qaboos Mosque, Salalah
- Al Baleed Archaeological Park & Museum of the Frankincense Land
- Job's Tomb (Nabi Ayoub)
- Ayn Razat
- Ayn Hamran
- Ayn Athum
- Taqah Castle