Oman's Dhofar region during monsoon season - in pictures

The Dhofar Mountains shrouded in mist, west of Salalah, Oman. Stephen Lock for The National
The waterfalls in Ayn Khor, Salalah. Photo: Aqil Al-Hamdani
People swim in a natural spring at Ayn Razat, east of Salalah. Stephen Lock for The National
A couple take a stroll along the lush green Wadi Darbat, east of Salalah. Stephen Lock for The National
The cliffs of Fazayah. Anna Zacharias for The National
Fazayah, east of Salalah, is known for its greenery and pristine beaches. Anna Zacharias for The National
The rugged coastline west of Samalah at the Al Mughsayl blow holes. Stephen Lock for The National
The waterfalls at Ayn Athum in Salalah, Dhofar province. Reuters
Taqah Castle, east of Salalah. Stephen Lock for The National