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Largest dagger

The largest dagger measured 91.50 cm (36.02 in) in length and 21.60 cm (8.50 in) at its widest point and was achieved by Oman Telecommunications Company (Omantel) in Muscat, Oman, on 12 November 2011. The dagger was produced as a gift to His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said, to celebrate his 40 years of accession. The dagger was a Khanja- a traditional Omani dagger and Oman’s national symbol. The dagger was made from wood and silver, with ornate carvings and mouldings.

Largest serving of kabsa / kapssah

The largest serving of Kapssah was 17,893 kg (39,447 lb) and was achieved by Al-Sha’am For Organising Exhibitions & Festivals (Oman) at the Oman International Exhibition Centre, in Muscat, Oman, on 23 July 2010. The largest serving of Kapssah was made by Chef Abdul Rahman Yousef from Maidat Al- Noman catering services with the help of around 40 of his staff. This Kapssah was created for Renaissance Day at the Oman International Centre to mark the 40th Anniversary of the reign of His Majesty Sultan Continue reading →