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The celebration of Oman’s National Day takes place every year on November 18 as a celebration of independence from the Portuguese in 1650. The event is shortly followed by the Sultan Qaboos bin Said's birthday, so it's a very important date in the Omani calendar.

History of National Day in Oman

A tribal society, in 749 Oman chose an Imam to be its first ruler, and so Islam became the main religion there.While outside forces from Iran and areas applied temporary pressure to the people of Oman, the people remained relatively independent until 1507.

The Portuguese demonstrated their formidable naval tactics and superior technology to take control of the ports of Muscat and Sohar, and then rest of the coast of Oman in 1507. Strategically placed along the spice trade route, these ports were especially important to the Portugese.

This lucrative trading activity raised the eyes of both Britain and Dutch. However, not satisfied with the conditions imposed under the Portugese, the Al-Ya'ribi persuaded the British East India Company to take over in 1646.Under an agreed treaty, British merchants were guaranteed legal and religious rights while operating in the Oman’s domain, effectively weakening the influence of Portugal in the region.

An uprising in 1650, lead by Sultan Bin Saif ultimately forced the Portugese to leave Oman. Since then, Oman has been relatively independent and is certainly one of the longest continually independent Arab states.

Traditions and Activities

The Oman celebration emcompasses not only the day of independence but also the Sultan's birthday. The celebrations often include fireworks, images of the Sultan and prominent displays of Oman's flag.

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