Nakhal: The longest tourist walkway in the Wilayat of Nakhal, South Al Batinah Governorate, was unveiled today. The 3-kilometre path will connect the historical Nakhil Fort with Ain Al Thawra Park, passing by numerous natural springs, aflaj (traditional irrigation systems), and agricultural villages along Wadi Nakhal, adding aesthetic value to the wilayat.
Shaikh Khalifa Saleh Al Busaidi, Wali of Nakhal, emphasised that the project aims to boost tourism in the wilayat while showcasing the scenic and natural attractions of the villages and farms along the route.
He added that the walkway will be implemented in multiple phases, with the first phase spanning one kilometre, followed by subsequent phases.
The total cost of the project, including service facilities, is expected to exceed RO 1 million. It will feature lighting, stone or interlocking pavement, and several public amenities.
The Wali explained that local farmers whose lands the walkway traverses will be empowered to establish their own tourism projects in coordination with relevant authorities. These may include eco-lodges, cafes, and electric tourist vehicles to transport visitors from the fort to Ain Al Thawra Park. This initiative is expected to reduce traffic congestion at the park while generating job opportunities for the locals.
The main supervisory committee for the project has already held its first meeting to approve the action plan and form sub-committees to begin implementation.
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