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	Khareef - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Khareef is a colloquial Arabic term used in southern Oman for the south east monsoon that affects the Dhofar province.
		Towns such as Salalah depend upon the khareef for water supply.
		An annual Khareef festival is held in Salalah to celebrate the monsoon and attract tourists.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Khareef (87 words)

	Khareef in Salalah
		Khareef in Salalah starts from 21/6 to 21/9 every year, during which the weather becomes unique and pleasant and drizzling rains allover Salalah add to its magical atmospheres that being enjoyed by thousands of people locally, regionally and internationally.
		Khareef in Salalah means greenery allover the mountains surrounding Salalah, therefore it known as the best times of the year.
		The Municipality's recreation center was established at Attin as a main hosting center for Khareef's events, it is equipped with open theaters, traditional village, exhibitions, amusements and child's village, which is equipped with all amusement activities.
	www.dm.gov.om /english/khareefinsal.html (119 words)

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		CH Sharee's Chani of Khareef was the grande dame and official greeter in my household for 12 years, the essence of this outgoing, people-oriented breed.
		Though she had only one litter, is behind every breeding female I have at this time (and thus behind every Khareef kitten at this point as well).
		I registered the cattery name Khareef - the Arabic word for autumn, which I thought suited the Aby palette of colors - in 1988, and had my first litter from Chani in 1989.
	members.aol.com /abycrazy/khareef.htm (559 words)

	Oman Commercail Office
		Al Khareef in Salalah promises beautiful weather and astounding greenery that makes people feel warm and happy with a peace of mind not found in the mundane life filled with tensions and difficulties.
		Al Khareef is one of the tourist seasons in the region and the most convenient way to spend a holiday with your family.
		The Khareef -Salalah festival is a complete festival for the family-covering all their interests, from shopping to games and from adventures to shows.
	www.ocodubai.com /cityofmonth.htm (322 words)

	English Sabla - Summer Holiday Activities
		Khareef Salalah - Definitely one of the most sought after touristic destinations in the sultanate during its autumn season.
		Khareef Festival - The Khareef festival is held every year from mid July to the end of August.
		During the Khareef season there is a 100-metre waterfall and many cave chambers with old stalactites and stalagmites.
	www.englishsabla.com /forum/printthread.php?t=30708 (2038 words)

	Analysis of thermal inversions in the Khareef Salalah region in the Sultanate of Oman
		Analysis of thermal inversions in the Khareef Salalah region in the Sultanate of Oman
		A well-known example of the importance of topography and meteorology is the so-called monsoon season in Salalah (Khareef Salalah) in the Sultanate of Oman.
		The purpose of this paper is to investigate the role of the elevated stable layer, particularly during monsoon season in Salalah.
	www.agu.org /pubs/crossref/2003/2002JD003083.shtml (398 words)

	PAKISSAN.com; Pakistan to import fertiliser
		ISLAMABAD (May 08 2004): Country is likely to import one hundred thousand tonnes fertiliser by the end of the year to meet shortage fur 'Khareef' season.
		However, during 'Khareef' season, increase in cultivation is expected for which fertiliser requirement could not be met locally.
		They also said that the shortage problem of fertiliser could be solved permanently if the authorities address the difficulties of the local companies.
	www.pakissan.com /english/news/newsDetail.php?newsid=131 (117 words)

	Oman Today
		The natural splendour of Salalah makes it a perfect holiday destination throughout the year, but during the khareef is the best time to visit.
		From mid-July to the end of August the Khareef Salalah Festival is organised by the Dhofar Municipality, bringing Oman’s exquisite culture and traditions into the spotlight.
		At the beach: It is advisable not to swim or to surf during the khareef.
	www.apexstuff.com /ot/200508/salalah.asp (1114 words)

	Oman: Nawras sponsors Global Village at Khareef Festival - Zawya.com \| Middle East Business News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The Global Village Khareef Festival 2005 is planned for the entire family and the most important part is that the fun and activities are provided at the Village free of any fee for the entire family.
		Commenting on Nawras presence at the Global Village he added: "Nawras is an Omani company that is an integral part of the Omani society and participating in events and activities that support the community such as this festival is important for us.
		We are delighted to partner Global Village in bringing the fun and activities of Khareef to the people of Salalah and domestic and foreign visitors.
	www.zawya.com /story.cfm/sidZAWYA20050720055558 (647 words)

	omanaccess.com - Oman’s Favourite Portal
		The annual monsoon rains, also known as the Khareef visit Dhofar region in the months of July and August.
		The Khareef Festival is one of Oman’s greatest tourist attractions.
		Salalah Khareef Festival 2005 celebrates the monsoon splendour and the cultural heritage of Oman from July 15 — August 31, 2005 with the Festival theme ‘Frankincense and Family Gathering’.
	www.omanaccess.com /khareef_festival.asp (554 words)

	MENAFN - Middle East North Africa . Financial Network News: Khareef season begins today - Oman (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		During the Khareef season nature will get decorated with beauty and elegance; drizzle falls continue to cover the high hills and plains with greenery where the region experiences unique rainy atmosphere for which Dhofar is known for in the Arabian Peninsula.
		Samharam port in the eastern wilayat of Taqah was a major and famous historical port, by which Oman was connected to the ancient world through the trading of frankincense.
		Preparations at the government departments and private sector are at full swing to make the Salalah Khareef a success, by receiving all visitors to Dhofar and providing all facilities and services to tourists and visitors.
	www.menafn.com /qn_news_story_s.asp?StoryId=1093117327 (395 words)

	Oman Articles publications and documentations (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		OR the estimated 100,000-odd tourists and visitors who will descend on Salalah during the current khareef season, the visit is not just an opportunity to witness a unique natural phenomenon, but also to savour the vibrancy of a city in full monsoon splendour.
		The highlight of the season, however, is the Salalah Khareef Festival which opens at the Municipality Recreation Grounds on Atteen Plain at the foothills of the verdant Jabal Atteen mountain range.
		Visitor turnout during the khareef season is expected to surpass last year's tally of over 150,000 tourists.
	www.omaninfo.com /cgi-bin/journal/DocView.asp?DocumentID=28 (1189 words)

	Times of Oman (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Horrific accident cases – where victims are sometimes either brought dead, or with severe injuries, limb losses etc. and the rising number during the Khareef season — has prompted staff at the emergency and casualty department of Sultan Qaboos Hospital to embark on a traffic awareness and road safety drive with missionary zeal.
		The prime objective of the exhibition, which was organised as part of the Khareef festival, was to familiarise the public with the health services provided and also educate them on health issues.
		Although road accident statistics (from 2002 to 2004) may reveal a gradual decline in the number of accidents, the unfortunate part was during the Khareef, the accidents’ rate shoot up, she said.
	www.timesofoman.com /newsdetails.asp?newsid=18733&pn=local (837 words)

	Necromunda - New Ork Mob Rules - Need testers please (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Khareef, I'll post your rules on my site as soon as I get the time.
		thanks for the rules khareef i emailed you some feedback.
		I did a similar set of rules, but I based it on the Gorkamorka rules instead, as they are an existing set of rules and have a whole bunch of more orky stuff, like kustomisng weapons and some cool bioniks.
	www.specialist-games.com /necromunda/forum_b/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=533&whichpage=2 (647 words)

	Oman Exhibitions
		Salalah Khareef Festival (The family meeting place) is an important festivity event that accompanies Khareef festival every year.
		The event keep on attracting large number of tourists and visitors who visit the region to interact with the superiorrity of Khareef season and enjoy its innovations.
		The organizers of Salalah Khareef Festival care for the event to be one of the most splendid events in the region, that soars toward the spacious horizons and offers great opportunities for families to meet and enjoy.
	www.gulf-tourism.com /oman/Exhibitions.htm (411 words)

	Autumn Leaves (song) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		It has been recorded by many artists under either its English or French names.
		Fairouz, the great Lebanese singer, sang it under the name "bizakker bil khareef" (It reminds me of Autumn).
		One of the reasons it has found popularity amongst so many artists is its relatively straighforward chord changes - essentially a series of II-V-I progressions in the tonic and relative minor with minimal decoration.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Autumn_Leaves_(song) (282 words)

	MENAFN - Middle East North Africa . Financial Network News: New sports events to be introduced during Khareef Festival ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		SALALAH — Awad bin Mohammed Al Sayaari, director of Sports Affairs Department in the Dhofar governorate and head of sports activities committee of Khareef Festival, Salalah, stated that the new sports activities will be introduced on the sidelines of Khareef Festival 2006 due to be launched on July 15.
		Sayaari said the Al Khareef annual Football Championship Cup would be held from August 8 to 18 with club participation from the Dhofar and Muscat governorates.
		He said that the Khareef international running competition will be organised on August 11 with the participation of Omani clubs, government bodies as well as athletes from AGCC and Yemen.
	www.menafn.com /qn_news_story_s.asp?storyid=1093116415 (239 words)

	Cover Story - An increased focus on infrastructure will lead Salalah to further expand its tourism scope beyond the ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		And with the government's focus on making the tourism sector a more significant contributor to the economy, as well the new projects announced in the region, the support system is marching into place.
		Annual surveys of visitors to Salalah during the Khareef, conducted jointly by the Ministry of National Economy and the Ministry of Tourism, (See box: Khareef Traffic) show that the numbers are rising.
		There was a time when the Khareef was the key period that got visitors to Salalah.
	www.apexstuff.com /bt/200607/cs2.asp (1169 words)

	Shell Oman - Shell Participates in Khareef Salalah Festival 2005
		There are a number of innovative ideas from Shell Oman helping people enjoy the Khareef season.
		Shell Oman is all set to welcome the thousands of families who will be arriving to enjoy the natural splendour of the Dhofar region and mist-shrouded Salalah, in particular.
		All the elements regarding the safety condition of the vehicle are checked such as engine oil condition and level, brake fluids, battery water, power steering fluids, tyres pressure, lights, and belts- in the car-to make sure that the vehicle is safe to continue the trip to Salalah.
	www.shell.com /home/Framework?siteId=om-en&FC2=/om-en/html/iwgen/shell_for_motorists/promotions/zzz_lhn.html&FC3=/om-en/html/iwgen/shell_for_motorists/promotions/khareef_festivity_2005.html (652 words)

	Oman: Nawras sponsors OAD visit to Khareef Festival - Zawya.com \| Middle East Business News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		At a ceremony held on the premises of the Oman Association for the Disabled, Sheikh Abdullah bin Essa Al Rawahi, Nawras chief technical adviser, presented Mukhtar bin Mohammed Al Rawahi, president of the association, with a financial assistance from Nawras in order to assist the team representing the association to participate in Khareef Salalah Festival.
		Six representatives from the association will travel to Salalah this week to participate in the Khareef Festival for a period of 15 days where the association will have a kiosk at the main grounds of the festival.
		Mukhtar bin Mohammed Al Rawahi said: "The purpose of the Oman Association for the Disabled to participate in Khareef Salalah Festival is to raise awareness about the association and its different functions and activities.
	www.zawya.com /story.cfm/sidZAWYA20050814073018 (313 words)

	صفحة جديدة 1 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		These sites embrace various features such as green highlands, gushing water springs, beautiful beaches and coconut tree plantations, in addition to Khareef festivals which are organised to promote merriment among the visitors of all ages and taste.
		Waterfalls that slopes down to this spring during the khareef heavy rains, is another spectacle.
		DURING Khareef season, it is preferred that you visit these springs at noon.
	www.omanobserver.com /21/Daily/Feature.htm (2271 words)

	Hilton Salalah Resort promises guests an extraordinary experience with Khareef season \| Hilton International
		Khareef is the local name for the Indian monsoon, which sweeps across the Omani southern coast each summer as it nears the end of its course.
		The Khareef festival remains the season's cultural highlight.
		With hot temperatures rising across the rest of the Gulf, the Hilton Salalah Resort is the perfect beachside haven for thousands of visitors in the summer as a respite from the relentless heat.
	www.ameinfo.com /88732.html (1014 words)

	Bahrain Tribune Daily Newspaper, Bahrain
		Khareef is the monsoon winds that sweep across the southern governorate of Dhofar from June to September.
		The Omani delegation was led by Ghazi Ahmed Qatan, tourism promotion officer from the ministry, and included representatives from Dhofar municipality and Khareef festival committee, Oman Air, Oman Air Holidays and Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah and Hilton Hotel Salalah Resort.
		The roadshows are a key tactic within the ministry’s development strategy which lays down goals and timeframe for Oman’s tourism growth,” she said.
	www.bahraintribune.com /ArticleDetail.asp?CategoryId=1&ArticleId=69877 (449 words)

	Tapestry Holidays \| Explore Salalah (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The town lies on the Indian Ocean and in common with many such areas, the climate is most noticeable for the Khareef (monsoon) season from early June to mid September.
		Many Omanis and resident ex-pats use Salalah - which is little more than a strip of coastline filled with coconut groves and farms surrounded by a mountain region - as a regular summer retreat, the tropical climate, coconut groves and beautiful Indian Ocean beaches creating a superb holiday destination.
		The Sultan has a palace here and in July and August the government hosts the annual Khareef Festival, which is a highlight of the cultural season.
	tailormade.tapestryholidays.com /destinations/salalah/explore (214 words)

	Kharif Festival
		While the Municipality Friends Camp and khareef festival were introduced as part of the monsoon specialities in the previous years, the authorities thought it fit to launch a carnival and shopping festival this year to further enhance the khareef attraction.
		The involvement of the expatriate community in the khareef festival underscored the Sultanate's tolerance of the various cultures and traditions represented by them.
		The extensive coverage of the khareef festival by the international and local media points to the stature gained by the festival over the years and its appeal to thousands of visitors who throng Salalah during this captivating season.
	www.nizwa.net /oman/explorer/events/kharif3festv/festival2.html (874 words)

	Khaleej Times Online - Lebanese artistes to perform at Khareef Festival
		MUSCAT - The Khareef Festival organising committee in Salalah has invited the crew and artistes of 'Star Academy', a TV programme telecast by LBC satellite channel, to take part in a special programme to be broadcast live on August 25.
		Star Academy's participation, an official said, was arranged on request from the programme viewers in Oman and visitors from the AGCC and other Arab countries.
		Some 300 teachers and education officials took part in the seminar organised by the Ministry of Education coinciding with the Khareef Festival.
	www.khaleejtimes.com /Displayarticle.asp?section=middleeast&xfile=data/middleeast/2004/august/middleeast_august342.xml (160 words)

	Salalah and the Khareef, the summer monsoon
		As this air is lifted over the Jibal Dhofar, the moisture condenses as thick fogs over the hills which support an annual resurgence of many herbs, grasses and trees in this summer season. Many of these plants have been used throughout history for their medicinal properties.
		Groundwater travels fairly rapidly through the fractured limestone and either recharges the alluvial gravels under the plain or emerges in springs in the foothills, such as this one at Ayn Homran.
		The fog cools temperatures considerably, such that Salalah is a popular destination for Gulf visitors in the summer as a respite from the relentless heat. The phenomenon of this rain-bearing fog is known locally as the Khareef.
	www.geocities.com /Baja/Canyon/3778/Oman/Salalah.htm (921 words)

	Destination Oman : A Complete Tourism Portal On Oman
		To enjoy the lavish cultural extravaganza of the Khareef Festival.
		The high point of the season is the five day long Khareef festival.
		This annual cultural extravaganza showcases the talents of celebrity singers and performers from all over the Sultanate and the rest of the Arab world.
	www.destinationoman.com /khareef.html (804 words)

	Khaleej Times Online - Oman's Khareef Festival to attract thousands of visitors
		The three-month-long event, which in 2003 attracted some 155,700 visitors, including thousands from the neighbouring AGCC states, is expected to draw a much bigger turnout this year, according to its organisers.
		The 2004 season has begun at the end of an intensive marketing campaign across the AGCC and other Arab countries, particularly highlighting the numerous activities that will be held as part of the 'Khareef Festival', the season's major attraction and which will be launched on July 15.
		The Khareef season in Dhofar is characterised by a marked drop in temperature as a result of summer rainfall caused by monsoon winds.
	www.khaleejtimes.com /Displayarticle.asp?section=middleeast&xfile=data/middleeast/2004/june/middleeast_june604.xml (386 words)

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