There are no exhibits or brochures available to learn more about this large space or guides at hand to provide further details, so people either need to go on a tour or explore on their own.

The fort is believed to have been built between the 12th and 15th century by the Banu Nebhan tribe who inhabited the area at the time and were known for controlling the trade of frankincense.

As the fort was built with bricks made of mud and straw, erosion damaged the structure until rehabilitation efforts were launched.

Parts of the ancient wall surrounding the fort have been destroyed or altered because of nearby building construction.

[4] In 2013, ArCHIAM Centre led by Professor Soumyen Bandyopadhyay developed a heritage management plan for the Bahla fort and it's neighbouring oasis.