Purple Island Qatar

##Natural Island in Qatar

Located northeast of Qatar in Al Khor city, Purple island (Ben Ghannam Island) extending to an area of nearly 10 km2, can be reached in less than an hour’s drive from Doha. The Island is the country’s oldest registered archaeological site and its known for purple dye industry in the second Millennium BC.

Mangroves – Avicenna marina serving in transitional areas of terrestrial land and sub marine land
snapshot with water filter
Wooden bridge connecting the Island
Stone Hill
Crabs spotted on shallow water bed
Beauty of setting sun never fades
More of the mangroves
Nesting and migrating sites for varied species of birds

Enjoy the pristine natural marine beauty, kayak through the mangroves, trek small desert hills to Purple Island Beach, experience nature !!!!

Summer visits need adequate fluids to hydrate and shades to shield from direct sun. Winter visits are preferred as the climate is pleasant during that time and the space can be enjoyed fully in day hours. Since there are no refreshing facilities like rest rooms, shops…. everything should be planned accordingly. Be cautious as sunset and dusk bring in swarms of mosquitoes.

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