Jewel of Muscat
Videos, photos and information on the reconstruction of a 9th-century Arab ship, and its historic voyage from Oman to Singapore.
Why is Afzelia africana the type of wood that is used in the construction of the ship?
Afzelia africana was identified from the original wrecksite as being used for hull planking and framing. We want to make the reconstruction as accurate as possible, therefore are trying to use the original materials wherever we can.