[2] It is located in the northeastern corner of the Dhofar Governorate, on the southeastern outskirts of the Empty Quarter desert, adjacent to the international border with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

It is considered a tourist attraction with its soft sand dunes and beautiful valleys with desert Ghaf trees.

This distinguished location has made the state a destination for many travelers and a main route for commercial caravans throughout the ages.

This tree grows well in dry environments, giving the tough desert species (such hare and fox) who inhabit this area much-needed shade.

The forests and Sodom's apple seams that encircle the Empty Quarter provide a wonderful spot to stop and relax on the arduous trek from Haima to Salalah.