majanscents

Oman, a strikingly beautiful land of rugged mountains and sparkling shores on the tip of the arabian Peninsula, has long been regarded as the source of the worlds most precious aromatic ingredients. The land of Majan - as Oman was called centuries past - was renowned for its handpicked mountain blossoms, perfumed oils and resins: amber, myrrh and, most importantly, frankincense. Its fragrant crystals were more valuable than gold and were greatly desired by many. From Rome to China, Cultures around the world sought frankincense: ships carried precious cargo to the east while the caravans of camels carried the treasure of Majan to the north, south and west.