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Oman\u2019s first-ever Muscat Flower Festival is set to debut as part of the Muscat Nights Festival, transforming Qurum Natural Park into an impressive floral spectacle. This festival celebrates the beauty of nature, arts and diverse environments.<\/span><\/p>\n

Organized by Muscat Municipality, this inaugural event is slated to be held from December 23, 2024, to January 21, 2025. It promises to be a captivating celebration of nature\u2019s beauty, featuring world-class floral displays from international floral designers and spotlighting Omani talents.<\/span><\/p>\n

The festival will showcase the artistry of internationally renowned floral designers from Belgium, France, Netherlands, Spain, USA, alongside Oman’s own celebrated floral artist, Madhvi Ramesh Khimji and her group of local designers.\u00a0<\/span>It is worth noting that the Sultanate of Oman is the first country in GCC to be a member of the World Association of Floral Artists (WAFA).<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the key highlights of the festival experience includes a Grand Floral Centrepiece,\u00a0Roots of Wonders, Canopies of Dreams<\/i>, measuring 9m in height on the highest point of the display, this stunning piece of art will surely captivate all festival goers. Witness the unique and beautifully designed Show Gardens specially created by an international team from Singapore, Thailand, China and USA.<\/span><\/p>\n

Families can also explore a variety of hands-on activities that combine art, nature, and creativity. From crafting floral bracelets and crowns to painting flowerpots and sculpting clay animals and objects. The young and young at heart can unleash their creativity and connect with nature. It promises to be an adventure for all ages, incorporating interactive experiences that ignite curiosity, foster a love for nature, and create lasting memories.<\/span><\/p>\n

The festival will also host a bustling marketplace, featuring local vendors, where visitors can purchase fresh flowers, handmade crafts, and floral-inspired food and beverages.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hanan bint Abdullah Al Shuraiqi, Technical Supervisor of the Muscat Flower Festival at Muscat Municipality, commented, \u201cThis event is designed to showcase a fusion of global floral artistry and local cultural<\/span>\u00a0characters; it will provide an immersive cultural experience for visitors of all ages. We look forward to welcoming guests from around the country and the region to celebrate creativity, nature, and Oman\u2019s rich heritage in a vibrant, world-class event.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

The Muscat Flower Festival is part of the larger Muscat Nights Festival organised by Muscat Municipality, which runs across multiple venues in Muscat from December 23, 2024, to January 21, 2025. This collaboration elevates Muscat\u2019s winter calendar and entertainment in Muscat, offering visitors a unique blend of cultural and artistic experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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