#16052 Greeting a Sunrise Among Turtles and Sand Crabs in Ras al-Jinz, Oman

In a world filled with city dwellers, many would find it hard to imagine being alone, let alone being the only person in the world. If you sit on the sand with the sun breaking over the horizon at the Ras al-Jinz Turtle Beach Reserve , however, you can leave civilization behind. Upon breathing in the briny taste of the ocean and hearing only the waves gurgling against the dusky sand, you will understand completely what it must have been to be a Native American crossing into virgin lands. Earlier, in the pre-dawn, you trekked down to watch newly-hatched sea turtles race their way to the sea. Now, with only your thoughts and fleet-footed sand crabs for company, you are free to take a seat, dig in your toes, and witness the birth of the new day.