Beit Al Matbouli

Beit Al Matbouli stands out with its intricate row of rawashin, the distinct wooden latticework windows that protrude from the thick coral stone walls. Built in the early twentieth century for a wealthy merchant family, this four-story structure functioned as both a home and a hub for trade. During the nineteen seventies, the last members of the family moved out, leaving the house to sit empty for decades. It eventually reopened as a museum, showcasing the original cooling systems and maritime furnishings.