President Sheikh Mohamed shared his delight at touring the National Museum of Oman in Muscat on Wednesday as part of his two-day state visit to the sultanate.
The UAE leader was briefed on the attraction's treasure trove of more than 7,000 artefacts celebrating the country's rich cultural roots.
Sheikh Mohamed viewed the Sultan Qaboos bin Said exhibition, honouring the late Omani leader who ruled the country for about half a century.
It is a collection of personal belongings of the Arab world's longest-serving monarch, who died aged 79 in January 2020.
These include gifts presented to him by world leaders, such as a model of Abu Dhabi's Qasr Al Hosn and a sword from UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
Sheikh Mohamed wrote in the museum's guestbook: "I was very pleased to visit The National Museum in the Sultanate of Oman. I enjoyed learning about its rich collection that embodies the story of the Omani people, their long history and the eagerness of the Sultanate — under the leadership of my brother, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq — to showcase its culture.
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President Sheikh Mohamed arrived in Oman on Tuesday to begin a two-day state visit. He was welcomed on his arrival at Al Alam Palace in Muscat by Sultan Haitham. Photo: Wam -
The UAE delegation was greeted with a guard of honour consisting of hundreds of members of the Royal Cavalry of Oman and the Royal Guard of Oman. Photo: Wam -
President Sheikh Mohamed thanked Sultan Haitham for the warm welcome and expressed his best wishes to the people of Oman. Photo: Wam -
President Sheikh Mohamed speaks to Sultan Haitham. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
Jets from the Royal Air Force of Oman fly alongside the UAE's Presidential Plane. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed's plane arrives in Oman for his state visit. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
Sultan Haitham receives President Sheikh Mohamed. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed's plane arrives at the Royal Flight of Oman. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed thanked Sultan Haitham for the warm welcome. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed greets a member of the Omani delegation after arriving in Muscat. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
They discussed opportunities to build on the growing economic ties between the UAE and Oman. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
The UAE delegation was greeted by a guard of honour consisting of hundreds of members of the Royal Cavalry of Oman and the Royal Guard of Oman. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed with Sultan Haitham. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed greets a member of the Omani delegation. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed meets Sultan Haitham in Muscat. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
From left, Ali Al Shamsi, deputy secretary general of the Supreme National Security Council; Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad, private affairs adviser at the Presidential Court; and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed attend a meeting with Sultan Haitham. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
From left, Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad, private affairs adviser at the Presidential Court; Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed; Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed, managing director of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority; Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court; and Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed, vice chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, attend the meeting. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed greets a member of the Omani delegation at Al Alam Palace. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President; Ali Al Shamsi, deputy secretary general of the Supreme National Security Council; Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad, private affairs adviser at the Ministry of Presidential Affairs; Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed; Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed, managing director of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority; and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court, attend the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
A traditional Omani dance is performed during the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court, greets Sayyid Asaad Al Said, Oman's Deputy Prime Minister for International Relations and Co-operation Affairs and Special Representative of the Sultan, at Al Alam Palace. Seen with Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed and Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed, managing director of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed greets a member of the Omani delegation. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
Mounted cavalry take part in the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
Camel riders take part in the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court, greets Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers of Oman. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
The Omani Guard of Honour takes part in the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
A traditional Omani dance is performed during the reception event. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed arrives at the event. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
Sultan Haitham greets Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad, private affairs adviser at the Presidential Court. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed's car arrives at the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
The Omani Guard of Honour takes part in the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
A traditional Omani dance is performed during the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed arrives at the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
The Omani Guard of Honour performs a 21-gun salute during the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
An Omani traditional dance is performed during the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
President Sheikh Mohamed arrives at the reception. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
The Omani Guard of Honour performs a 21-gun salute. Photo: UAE Presidential Court -
Sheikh Mohamed and Sultan Haitham in discussions. Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court -
Sheikh Mohamed receives Order of Al Said from Sultan Haitham of Oman. Mohamed Al Hammadi / UAE Presidential Court -
Sheikh Mohamed gives Sultan Haitham a model of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque at Al Alam Palace. Also pictured is Mohamed Al Junaibi, chairman of the Federal Authority for Protocol and Strategic Narrative. Mohamed Al Hammadi / UAE Presidential Court -
Sheikh Mohamed receives the gift of an Omani sword from Sultan Haitham. Mohamed Al Hammadi / UAE Presidential Court
"I extend my heartfelt thanks to the museum officials for their efforts and convey my best wishes for a successful future."
Sheikh Mohamed also visited a section of the museum featuring exhibits from the collection of Louvre Abu Dhabi, testament to the long-standing friendship across various fields enjoyed by the Gulf neighbours.
He was told of the venue's mission to honour Oman's past and preserve items illustrating its culture and heritage.
The museum covers 4,000 square metres collection with collections housed in 14 separate galleries, each featuring a different aspect of Oman's cultural heritage.
Sheikh Mohamed arrived in Oman on Tuesday for a visit aimed at bolstering long-standing ties.
The UAE delegation was greeted with a guard of honour consisting of hundreds of members of the Royal Cavalry of Oman and the Royal Guard of Oman.
The official reception included several Omani musical and cultural performances, with crowds waving the flags of both countries.
Sultan Haitham spoke of his pride in the close ties that Oman and the UAE enjoy. Sheikh Mohamed thanked Oman for the warm welcome and expressed his best wishes to the people of Oman.
After the official talks, Sheikh Mohamed and Sultan Haitham held a one-on-one session.
"Thank you to my brother the Sultan of Oman for the warm welcome. Our two nations are united by deep bonds of history, friendship and common interest, and I look forward to working together to continue forging a brighter future for our people," Sheikh Mohamed said on Twitter.
He also spoke of the special place that Oman holds in the hearts of the Emirati people.
Sheikh Mohamed recalled the bond between UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and the late Sultan Qaboos bin Said.
"The leadership of the two countries will proceed, God willing, on their path and approach," said Sheikh Mohamed.
