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The Land of Frankincense

A local Omani assesses the aftermath of Cyclone Luban on the Frankincense trees of Dhofar, Oman. Frankincense has historically been an important trade instrument in the region, being traded for exotic Indian spices, animals, precious stones, and jewelry.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2018
Date Uploaded: 10.2018
Photo Location: Raysut, Oman
Camera: NIKON D7100
Copyright: © Aditya Sridhar