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Al Falaj

Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman2006

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage

A covered or exposed channel which is dug in the ground to collect the groundwater, natural spring water, surface water, runoff harvesting, so that the water in the falaj channel flows naturally by the gravity only, without using machines.

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  • Title: Al Falaj
  • Creator: Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman
  • Date Created: 2006
  • Location Created: Oman
  • Rights: Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries Wealth and Water Resources
  • Location: Oman
  • Inscription Criteria: Criteria: (v)
  • Date of Inscription: 2006
  • Category of Site: Cultural site
UNESCO World Heritage

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