Full Day Qatar's North And West tour || History & Heritage
Full Day Qatar's North And West tour || History & Heritage
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Highlights
Embark on the ultimate cultural journey as we take you through northern and western Qatar, regions rich in history and breathtaking landscapes. Begin at Al Khor’s harbor, once the country’s hub for pearl diving and fishing, before passing through Al Thakira to see its lush mangroves. Discover the iconic Al Zubarah Fort, Qatar’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore a traditional Qatari village built from limestone and mud. At Al Shamal, enjoy panoramic views where Bahrain is visible on clear days. Continue to the west coast and visit the 18th-century Zekreet Fort, surrounded by striking desert scenery. Capture the famous umbrella-shaped rock, a natural wonder and photographer’s favorite. Finally, explore the Zekreet Peninsula, home to unique limestone formations and a protected wildlife reserve. This tour offers an extraordinary blend of heritage, nature, and adventure — the perfect way to discover the timeless beauty of Qatar.
Itinerary
Al Khor
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAlso spelled Al Khawr means "sea on threesides" in Arabic. Older than Doha but far smaller in size. Al Khor is located an easy 50 kilometres to the north of Doha. It used to be the center of the pearling industry in Qatar but lost its importance after the introduction of cultured pearls. It now boasts a scenic harbour where you can find traditional fishing dhows, a corniche leading to mangrove colonies and a museum showcasing the fishing, pearling and dhow building industries.Al Thakhira Beach
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe mangroves colony is not only a major tourism product for Qatar but an important natural environmental resource for Qatar. It provides a natural habitat and a sanctuary for birds, fish and other animals as well as prevent coastal erosion.Purple Island - Al Khor Island
40 minsAdmission Ticket FreeLocated in the northeast of Qatar, Bin Ghannam Island, popularly known as Purple Island, is a must-visit spot. An hour’s drive from Doha, near Al Khor city, the island is famous for its natural beauty, exotic flora and fauna, and is ideal for a day trip for the whole family.Al Zubara Fort
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeSituated on the North-Western part of Qatar, the Al Zubarah Fort was built besides the ruins of an ancient fort. Al-Zubarah was once a flourishing port and a centre of trade, fishing and pearling. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, this protected area has become one of the most important archaeological sites in Qatar. An international team of archaeologists and antiquities experts, led by the Qatar Museums Authority, have uncovered many of the artifacts which are displayed in the renovated fort.Al Jumail
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe old pearling and fishing village is the place to see for those interested in heritage and learning more about the history of Qatar.Ash-Shahaniyah
30 minsAdmission Ticket Freeview the camel racing track while they are under trainingZekreet Fort Ruins
40 minsAdmission Ticket FreeOne of the most amazing historical landmarks in Qatar, the Zekreet Fort is one of the very few historical places in Qatar that underwent two different phases of construction. Here's how it all unfoldedEAST-WEST / WEST-EAST by Richard Serra
35 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThis breathtaking sculpture in the Brouq nature reserve spans over a kilometre and comprises four steel plates, each over fourteen metres in height. To guarantee perfect alignment, Serra examined the topography of the land and beautifully enhanced the vast, desolate space in the heart of the desert. The result is spectacular and although modern, timeless.
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