Doha, Qatar- The Corniche

The Corniche of Doha is a lovely place to walk in the late afternoon or very early morning. The city offers some parking near the area. Immediately beyond the walled railing, the shore has been protected by heavy rocks secured with wired mesh. This prevents erosion and provides a stable shore. Steps from the walkway to the...

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Qatar- The Museum of Islamic Art, exterior

Viewed through the haze of heat and dust from the vantage point of the Corniche, the Museum of Islamic Art, in Doha, Qatar, appears to float on water. The Arabian/Persian Gulf surrounds it. Dhows frame the view from across the water. The museum appears to be immediately on land. It is, however, surrounded by water and has bridge...

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