Explore Zekreet’s 18th-century fort, stunning dunes, and Richard Serra’s sculpture. Discover limestone rocks and wildlife on Qatar’s West Coast tour.
Explore Zekreet’s 18th-century fort, stunning dunes, and Richard Serra’s sculpture. Discover limestone rocks and wildlife on Qatar’s West Coast tour.
- Al Shahaniya Racetrack - Remote-controlled, toddler-sized robot jockeys, clothed in colourful racing silks delight locals and tourists, as they ride the lanky mammals across the sandy track. Racing camels can run at speeds of up to 40 mph in short sprints and may continue at 30 mph for as long as an hour. The operator applies the whip antenna,…
- Al Shahaniya Racetrack - Remote-controlled, toddler-sized robot jockeys, clothed in colourful racing silks delight locals and tourists, as they ride the lanky mammals across the sandy track. Racing camels can run at speeds of up to 40 mph in short sprints and may continue at 30 mph for as long as an hour. The operator applies the whip antenna, commands the jockey to pull on the reins, and shouts encouragement to the camel via a built-in speaker.
- Zekreet Fort Ruins - The crumbling ruins of Zekreet Fort appear to be ancient, but the site was built only 200 years ago, perhaps by the pirate leader, Raḥmah ibn Jābir al-Jalāhimah. It was used for just a decade or two. Visit Zekreet Fort to see how Qatar’s sun, sand, winds and occasional rains have reduced the structure to an outline of the former fortification. Walk around the fort’s typical square shape. Note its corner towers including three circular in shape and one square.
- EAST-WEST / WEST-EAST by Richard Serra - THIS 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.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
The 18th-century charm of the West Coast has been revealed! Zekreet Fort, a historic site, offers breathtaking views amidst the dunes. The unique umbrella-shaped rock is a popular photography subject. A trip to the Zekreet Peninsula promises an exceptional adventure, featuring limestone formations and a renowned wildlife reserve. Relish the journey as you discover Qatar’s west coast.
The 18th-century charm of the West Coast has been revealed! Zekreet Fort, a historic site, offers breathtaking views amidst the dunes. The unique umbrella-shaped rock is a popular photography subject. A trip to the Zekreet Peninsula promises an exceptional adventure, featuring limestone formations and a renowned wildlife reserve. Relish the journey as you discover Qatar’s west coast.
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