Shinas

Shinas (شناص in Arabic), population 43,312 as of 2005[1] , is a coastal town in northern Oman, near the border between Oman and United Arab Emirates. Shinas has a distinctive collection of traditional buildings. The port of Shinas has dhows that are still operated and generate profits from fishing and exporting fresh seafood to the neighbouring Dubai for restaurant use.

For the ferry, see Shinas (ferry). For the singer/actress, see Sofia Shinas.
Not to be confused with Shina people.
Shinas
Town
Shinas
Location in Oman
Coordinates: 24°45′N 56°28′E
Country Oman
RegionAl Batinah Region
Population
 (2005)
 • Total43,312
Time zoneUTC+4 (Oman Standard Time)

The town has a mountainous terrain, like much of Oman.

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References
  1. https://archive.is/20130210012630/http://www.world-gazetteer.com/wg.php?x=1116711798&men=gcis&lng=en&gln=xx&dat=32&geo=-166&srt=npan&col=aohdq

Shinas College

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