Liwa lies in the northern part of the Sultanate. It is bordered to the east and north of the Gulf of Oman, to the southeast by Suhar, and to the northwest by Shinas and Mahdah.

Liwa is approximately 277 km from the capital, Muscat. Liwa covers an area of 925 km².

Liwa’s population is estimated at (47929) thousand.

Liwa includes a number of tourist attractions represented in a number of water springs, streams, and caves, such as Al Azm water spring. There is also Abu Kahf Mountain, where the most famous caves in Liwa lie.

Traditional boats made of palm frond are considered the city’s emblem, as they connect modern history with ancient history, which symbolizes the residents undertaking fishing as their profession and source of living.

Liwa is also famous of various popular arts, such as: Al Razfa (Al Ayyala), Al Hamasiya, Al Wana, Al Tariq, Al Mawlid, and Al Maqyad.