Photo essay

"Through the Lens of Childhood: A UNICEF Photo Essay"

#OurOmanOurPriroirty

UNICEF Oman

Two birds at the beach; The purity and openness of the place. The tranquility of the beautiful nature — UNICEF/2023/AlHashmi

14 March 2024

#OurOmanOurPriority

a person walking in between old buildings in Izki Oman — UNICEF/2023/AlHamdiya The heritage of my ancestors is my identity, my present, and my future. This photo is taken by Fatma/ 9 years old

Welcome to a captivating journey through the eyes of children from around Oman. In collaboration with SABCO Media, UNICEF proudly presents a remarkable collection of photographs submitted by young visionaries as part of our World Children's Day competition. This photo essay serves as a commemoration of creativity, strength, and the boundless imagination of children, offering a poignant glimpse into their diverse experiences and perspectives about their surroundings in the Sultanate of Oman.

A young Omani boy sitting by the water bank (Falaj) in Al Khad Village, Al Batinah — UNICEF/2023/AlHamadi

Sunset in Muscat Darsit — UNICEF/2023/Al-Said The natural beauty of the Omani sunset. This photo is taken by Qais/ 16 years old

Sawadi Beach in Oman — UNICEF/2023/AlZadjali The image expresses the beauty of nature in the Wilayat of Barka, at Sawadi Beach, where the colors of the sea, the rocks, and the sky are reflected in a natural and breathtaking way. This photo is taken by Istibraq/ 15 years old

Mosque of Fatima at Al-Seeb area in Muscat — UNICEF/2023/Ahsan It was a cloudy weather in Seeb, beach side area. This photo is taken by Arnila / 13 years old

A photo of flowers in Izki Al-Dakhliya — UNICEF/2023/AlMawali "I wanted to take a picture of this beautiful flower from my uncle's beautiful farm" This photo is taken by Kawthar / 16 years old

A window at Jabreen fort in Bahla Oman — UNICEF/2023/Worthing looking out the window of Jabreen Castle, it's important to keep Oman's history safe for future generations, protect the date palms which provide food and keep the environment clean so we can see the beauty of the mountains of Oman - This Photo is taken by Langlan/ 13 years old

Mutrah Fort in Muscat Oman — UNICEF/2023/Kan This photo is taken by Haniya, 11 years old

Through her lens, 11 years old Haniya Eira Khan describes her photo as part of "Our Oman, Our Priority" competition; "The photo is of the Muttrah Fort, I always was intrigued by the forts in Oman, it shows the history and heritage of Oman, surrounded by the mountains the Fort shows the resilience if people of Oman to protect their nation in the olden days."

Every sunset has a story, but nothing lasts forever. There is always a way and always hope in the next sunrise - This Photo is taken by Sholka / 15 years old.

UNICEF/2023/Seshan

A Boy trying to catch the sun through a photo

"My brother held the sun for me, so that I could take a picture, develop my talent, and make a brilliant future for myself" Said; Aisha/ 7 years old from Izki

2023/UNICEF/AlHamdiya

"This is how I would like my world to be – beautiful and hopeful like the candy floss clouds!" This photo is taken by Meenkashi/ 11 years

UNICEF/2023/Nair

The photo represents Khor Al-Batheh, which is one of the most beautiful views in the Wilayat of Sur. It is the connecting point between Al-Batheh and Al-Aiya. The photo was taken from a distance to reflect the beauty of the sea and the ships overlooking the site - This photo is taken by Ibrahim/ 12 years old

UNICEF/2023/AlAlawi

Animals can better the mood, add beauty to nature, and have a wonderful impact on the environment by maintaining ecological balance. This image was taken to show the beauty of camels, which are one of the most famous animals in the Arab world. Camels have been praised for their generosity and goodness. This photo is taken by Kawthar / 16 years old

UNICEF/2023/AlBiymani

The picture shows the wadi near the country I live in, and this is during the period of the ravine (water abundance), and a water flows from the water stream in the wadi that feeds that area and makes it a wonderful view that attracts people, and is a place for family gathering and enjoyment; of course, this process is when the country is saturated from water, a penalty of flowing into the wadis transformed - This photo is taken by Anwar/ 10 years old

UNICEF/2023/AlRawahi

Old Omani Houses: A Testament to Heritage and Antiquity. This photo is taken by Adam/ 8 years old.

UNICEF/2023/Amir

2023/UNICEF/AlHamdiya

UNICEF/2023/AlHamdiya

"My brother held the sun for me, so that I could take a picture, develop my talent, and make a brilliant future for myself" Aisha, a 7-year-old girl from Izki.

A wadi scene from Salalah during the Khareef monsoon — UNICEF/2023/AlRawahiya "It reflects the beauty and splendor of Salalah in the fall" This photo is taken by Arjuan, 13 years old from Salalah.

A picture of Nakhal water bank — UNICEF/2023/DF "This picture shows a moment of bliss by the shimmering lake, Surrounded by mountains and trees. Lakes can provide us with prime opportunities for recreation, tourism, and cottage or residential living" This photo is taken by Shiza, 13 years old

A girl with her dad at the tip of Jabal Samhan in Salalah

UNICEF/2023/Singh

Jabal Samhan is a majestic mountain range that offers a breathtaking escape into the heart of Oman’s wilderness. With its rugged terrain, diverse wildlife in Arabian leopard. Enjoyed clicking the mesmerizing Sunrise with my Dad and Sister in the photo, Said the photographer: Shivansh, 6 years old

A picture of a starfish by the shore of Muscat beach — UNICEF/2023/SINGH2 Salalah, situated along Oman’s southernmost coast, is home to some of the best coastline scenery we have ever experienced. This exquisite beach in Salalah have soft, powdery white sand. During the cooler, winter months, it’s even possible to spot star fish, jellyfish, dolphins, turtles and more, This Photo is taken by Krisha, 7 years old

Two girls looking from the wall of a building into an old village in Izki

The image indicates the old traditional environment in the state after the restoration of the neighborhood. This photo is taken by Aya, 17 years old from Izki

UNICEF/2023/AlHsani

Oman is a land where peace and security unite. This photo is taken by Raneem, 8 years old

UNICEF/2023/Al-Khusaibi

Wadi al Arbeen is a green valley in the mountains of Oman, in the folds of the Eastern Hajar Mountains, a combination of spring and rain water collects in deep pools along the length of Wadi Arbeen. It has over 100 small brooks that flow through it. The brooks start from natural springs under the ground. They pass by tiny villages and green farms. The brooks help many plants and animals that live in the valley flourishing the natural Flora and Fauna of this beautiful country Oman. So Wadi al Arbeen is like a beautiful oasis in the desert. The people living in these areas treasure the brooks for their natural beauty and for their water. The brooks make their valley green. Any outing in this area, is rewarding for the beautiful mountain landscape, turquoise pools and birdlife that congregates in the waterside reeds and bushes making it a exciting Camping site to have a memorable Camping experience with friends and families in Oman. This photo is taken by Stephen, 11 years old

UNICEF/2023/Dsouza

The stunning natural beauty of the village of Siq in the Governorate of Al Hajar Al Akhdar is a tourist destination that attracts visitors from all over the world. Since green spaces play an essential role in protecting the ozone layer, and green terraces protect the soil from erosion during the descent of wadis, it is important to remind everyone visiting the place not to throw waste (especially plastic, due to its difficulty of decomposition and the dangerous components it carries) in agricultural lands. Also, the picking of fruits or logging is prohibited to keep it a beautiful tourist destination and a habitat for wildlife species. This Photo is taken by Faisal, 6 years old from Al-Jabal Al-Akhdhar

UNICEF/2023/AlFahdi

"Oman is a beautiful place, with natural streams all around us. You dont have to drive very far or do off-roading, to get the pleasure of a stream or clear water pools. We can beat the summer heat by visiting clear water pools, green outcrops and formation of beautiful rocks, in Muscat as well, just 30 mins drive from the Sultan Qaboos mosque. Indeed a blessing." This photo is taken by Hareem, 6 years old.

UNICEF/2023/Fahad

"Driving along the sultan Qaboos street, all eyes are drawn to the beauty of this Islamic holy place. Sultan Qaboos grand mosques is the symbol of Oman’s excellent Islamic architecture. The picture is captured with its most essential stunning pathway." This photo is taken by Mishel, 14 years old.

UNICEF/2023/Zacharia

A sunset photo at Al-Meeha village in Barka — UNICEF/2023/Al-Kiyomia "The photo reflects the stunning natural beauty of our beautiful Oman, specifically in the mountainous regions, just before sunset and the beginning of the appearance of the moon, which appears in its fullness because it coincided with the 12th of Rabi' al-Awwal. What we see from the fact that it is a mountainous area, but it contains developed houses, because their owners insisted on staying there due to its mild weather in summer and its coldness in winter. You hear the chirping of birds in the evening, the crowing of the rooster in the morning, and the laughter of children in the afternoon as they play. It's Maiha Bani Kiyum" This photo is taken by Noor, 18 years old from Al-Batina

A boy enjoying a dip in rain water and wadi — UNICEF/2023/Ashraf "it was a random click by my Son , when ever we go out to explore natural beauty of Oman , we must click to capture breath taking scenery of Oman." This photo is taken by Muhammed, 15 years old.

A scene from a wadi in Al-Sharqiya Oman — UNICEF/2023/aL-Sharji "They see colors in nature, and I see the definitions of beauty" This photo is taken by Hoor, 12 years old.

a picture of a camel in the desert — UNICEF/2023/Al-Sulaimiya "The image reflects the desert side of the Omani environment. Oman is a diverse country with a variety of landscapes, and this image captures the coexistence of the desert camel in the sands of Bidiyah" Rana

A picture of Al-Masheet mountain — UNICEF/2023/Al-Hatmi The famous Jebel Masht and the clouds. This photo is taken by Hamdan, 6 years old

"Through the Lens of Childhood: A UNICEF Photo Essay"

Every sunset has a story, but nothing lasts forever. There is always a way and always hope in the next sunrise - This Photo is taken by Sholka / 15 years old.

"My brother held the sun for me, so that I could take a picture, develop my talent, and make a brilliant future for myself" Said; Aisha/ 7 years old from Izki

"This is how I would like my world to be – beautiful and hopeful like the candy floss clouds!" This photo is taken by Meenkashi/ 11 years

Old Omani Houses: A Testament to Heritage and Antiquity. This photo is taken by Adam/ 8 years old.

The image indicates the old traditional environment in the state after the restoration of the neighborhood. This photo is taken by Aya, 17 years old from Izki

Oman is a land where peace and security unite. This photo is taken by Raneem, 8 years old

"Driving along the sultan Qaboos street, all eyes are drawn to the beauty of this Islamic holy place. Sultan Qaboos grand mosques is the symbol of Oman’s excellent Islamic architecture. The picture is captured with its most essential stunning pathway." This photo is taken by Mishel, 14 years old.

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