I have made an image of this tree before – several years ago.

It is still standing majestically & avoiding all that time can throw at it.

I have visited Jebel Shams (work !!) stopped at about 8500ft and took advantage of the cool clear weather.

Talking of weather – I left Muscat with the temperature around 40c. and found the very top of Shams at a comfortable 24c. That last 3000ft makes all the difference – also enjoyed a pleasant interlude of coffee & dates with the guards  🙂