Bahla is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its magnificent 13th-century fort and ancient oasis settlement that exemplifies early Islamic architecture in Oman. The city served as the capital of the Nabhani dynasty and features traditional Islamic urban planning with its historic mosques, souks, and defensive walls built from adobe bricks. Today, Bahla remains an important center of Islamic culture and craftsmanship, particularly famous for its traditional pottery and strong Ibadi Muslim community that preserves centuries-old Islamic traditions.