Oman Underwater Museum Featuring 3D-Printed Landmarks
Oman is developing a unique underwater attraction that will allow divers to explore miniature versions of the country’s famous landmarks beneath the sea.
The Oman underwater museum is being developed in the Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve, combining technology, marine conservation and tourism.
The first phase will feature 3D-printed replicas of four well-known Omani landmarks: the Royal Opera House Muscat, Al Alam Palace, Burj Al Sahwa and Sultan Qaboos University Clock Tower.
The project is being developed by the Environment Authority in partnership with Omantel and Omani engineering company Innotech. The structures will use specialised concrete designed to encourage coral growth and provide new habitats for marine life.
The initial installation will cover around 250 square metres. Work is expected to take five to six months, depending on sea conditions.
Interestingly, Oman has already inaugurated another underwater attraction. On November 3, 2026, authorities opened the Submerged Ecological Museum off the coast of Mirbat in Dhofar Governorate.
That project features six giant underwater sculptures representing a humpback whale, green turtle, dolphin, Arabian leopard, Arabian gazelle and frankincense tree.
The sculptures have been placed at depths of 20 to 22 metres to support marine biodiversity and create new habitats for sea life.
Funded by OQ Basic Industries in cooperation with the Environment Authority, the Mirbat project is also expected to attract diving enthusiasts and promote sustainable tourism.
Together, the two initiatives highlight Oman‘s growing efforts to combine cultural heritage, marine conservation and tourism through innovative underwater attractions.
