[1] For centuries, Muscat attracted Hindu merchants involved in various trades, including pearls and grains.

[2] Hinduism first came to Oman in 1507 when Kutchi-speaking Hindus arrived in Muscat from the Kutch region in India.

In 1895, the Hindu presence in Muscat came under attack by the Ibadis and by 1900, the number of Hindus decreased to 300.

The historical quarters of al-Waljat and al-Banyan are no longer occupied by Hindus.

[2] Oman is the only country in the Middle East with an indigenous Hindu population.