Omani monarchy

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current ruling family of Oman and former ruling family of Zanzibar

Omani maritime empire (1696–1856)

thumb|Yarubids at their founding in 1625 The Yarubid dynasty (also '''Ya'ariba or Ya'arubi'''; ) were rulers of Oman between 1624 and 1742, holding the title of Imam. They expelled the Portuguese from coastal strongholds in Muscat and united the country. They improved agriculture, expanded trade and built up Oman into a major maritime power. Their forces expelled the Portuguese from East Africa and established long-lasting settlements on Zanzibar, Mombasa and other parts of the coast. The dynasty lost power during a succession struggle that started in 1712 and fell after a prolonged period of

rulers of Oman between the 12th and 17th century

Successor to the sultan of Oman

The Wajihids () were an Arab dynasty that ruled in coastal Oman in the early and mid-10th century AD. Their capital was the town of Suhar, after moving there from Al-Buraimi Oasis or Tawam, where they had been in the 9th century.

personal security and ceremonial unit of the Sultan's Armed Forces responsible for the protection of the Sultan of Oman and the Royal Family