One of the most important festivals in Oman is the Muscat Festival. The festival lasts for about one month and takes place in February every year. During the festival, many activities are available for people to take part in. Large numbers of people, including Omanis and visitors to Oman, go to the different events. The events are a celebration of both Omani and international history and traditions. The events take place in different places across the country. Many businesses show their products for people to look at and buy The Muscat Festival also includes the very popular six- day Tour of Oman cycling race. Professional cyclists from around the world take part in the race. The race is nearly 1,000 kilometres long, and it takes the cyclists up the beautiful Jabal Al Akhdhar the Green Mountain.