What major cultural institution, opened in Muscat in 2011 as the first of its kind in the Arabian Gulf region, showcases classical opera, music, and performing arts?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. The Royal Opera House Muscat
- Step 1: The Royal Opera House Muscat (ROHM), commissioned by Sultan Qaboos bin Said, was inaugurated in October 2011.
- Step 2: It represents an architectural blend of Omani Islamic design and world-class acoustic engineering, hosting international philharmonics, opera, and ballet.
Answer
The Royal Opera House Muscat.
Why not the others: 'The National Museum of Oman' opened in 2016 in Old Muscat as the flagship museum; 'The Cultural Foundation of Oman' is an Abu Dhabi institution; 'The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center' is an educational foundation in Washington, DC.
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