Northern Qatar - Al Wakrah, February 25 - 26, 2011
Northern Qatar photo album: wildlife, flora, traditional boats & urban landscapes from Al Wakrah & Doha – described by AI
Desert lizard Slevin's short-fingered gecko (Stenodactylus slevini) on a rocky ridge in Jabal Al Jassasiya site, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, February 25, 2011
Traditional fishing boat or dhow and double row of seven cups pattern on rock carvings (stone engravings, petroglyphs) on a rocky ridge in Jabal Al Jassasiya site, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, February 25, 2011
Dandelion like flower of false sowthistle (Reichardia tingitana) on a rocky ridge in Jabal Al Jassasiya site, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, February 25, 2011
Dandelion like flower of Launaea mucronata(?) on a rocky ridge in Jabal Al Jassasiya site, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, February 25, 2011
Caterpillar of salt-and-pepper moth (Utetheisa lotrix) on a rocky ridge in Jabal Al Jassasiya site, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, February 25, 2011
Common ground mantis (Eremiaphila baueri) in camouflage color on a rocky ridge in Jabal Al Jassasiya site, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, February 25, 2011
Salt tolerant plant Herniaria hemistemon (local name Ghebayra) growing in a depression in Purple Island (Jazirat Bin Ghanim). Al Khor, Qatar, February 25, 2011
Pebbles in Purple Island (Jazirat Bin Ghanim). Al Khor, Qatar, February 25, 2011
Beach pebbles in Purple Island (Jazirat Bin Ghanim). Al Khor, Qatar, February 25, 2011
Excavated remains of a stone building on the Kassite dye site in Purple Island (Jazirat Bin Ghanim). Al Khor, Qatar, February 25, 2011
Salt marsh overgrown mostly with jointed glasswort (Halocnemum strobilaceum) near Purple Island (Jazirat Bin Ghanim). Al Khor, Qatar, February 25, 2011
Mangrove forest (Avicennia marina) near Purple Island (Jazirat Bin Ghanim). Al Khor, Qatar, February 25, 2011
Spiral mosque across the gulf, view from Corniche. Doha, Qatar, February 26, 2011
Sheraton Hotel and West Bay across the gulf, view from Corniche. Doha, Qatar, February 26, 2011
West Bay across the gulf, view from Corniche. Doha, Qatar, February 26, 2011
Museum of Islamic Art, view from Corniche. Doha, Qatar, February 26, 2011
View of West Bay from boat harbor. Doha, Qatar, February 26, 2011
West Bay towers from boat harbor. Doha, Qatar, February 26, 2011
View from boat harbor. Doha, Qatar, February 26, 2011
Beach of Mesaieed (Umm Said), south from Sealine Beach Resort. Qatar, February 26, 2011
Car junkyard north of Mesaieed (Umm Said). Qatar, February 26, 2011
Junk car with keys north of Mesaieed (Umm Said). Qatar, February 26, 2011
Damaged cars in a junkyard north of Mesaieed (Umm Said). Qatar, February 26, 2011
Domed wire fish traps (gargoor) in southern Al Wakrah. Qatar, February 26, 2011
Folded fish traps (gargoor) for sale Al Wakrah. Qatar, February 26, 2011
This photo album showcases a collection of images taken in Northern Qatar, specifically in Al Wakrah, over two days in February 2011. The photos capture a diverse range of subjects, including wildlife such as geckos, caterpillars, and mantis, as well as flora like dandelion-like flowers and jointed glasswort plants. Additionally, the album features images of traditional fishing boats, rock carvings, and excavated remains of ancient stone buildings on Purple Island. The latter part of the album focuses on urban landscapes, including nighttime views of Doha's skyline, the Museum of Islamic Art, and West Bay, as well as a car junkyard and beach scenes in Mesaieed. The final images depict traditional fishing tools like domed wire fish traps and folded fishing nets for sale in Al Wakrah. Overall, the album provides a glimpse into Qatar's natural environment, cultural heritage, and urban development. – AI summary
Северный Катар - Аль-Вакра, 25-26 февраля 2011 года. Этот фотоальбом содержит коллекцию изображений, сделанных в северной части Катара, а именно в Аль-Вакре, за два дня в феврале 2011 года. На фотографиях представлены самые разные предметы, включая диких животных, таких как гекконы, гусеницы и богомолы, а также растения, подобные бессмертнику и сочлененному стеклянному водорослю. Кроме того, в альбоме есть изображения традиционных рыбацких лодок, наскальной живописи и раскопанные остатки древних каменных зданий на Острове Фиалки. Последняя часть альбома посвящена городским пейзажам, включая ночные виды небосклона Дохи, Музея исламского искусства и Залива, а также свалку машин и пляжные сцены в Месаиде. Последние фотографии изображают традиционный рыбацкий инвентарь, такой как куполообразные сети для ловли рыбы и складывающиеся рыболовные сети для продажи в Аль-Вакре. В целом, альбом дает возможность заглянуть в природную среду Катара, культурное наследие и городское развитие – Russian translation
2011年2月25日至26日，位于卡塔尔北部的阿尔瓦克拉。这组相册中收集了2011年2月两天里在卡塔尔北部阿尔瓦克拉拍摄的一系列照片，内容丰富多彩，包括壁虎、毛毛虫和剪翼草蝎等野生动物，以及类似牛蒡花的花朵和枝条植物等植被。此外，相册还展示了传统渔船、岩石雕刻和在紫岛上发掘出的古代石质建筑遗迹。相册最后一部分侧重于城市景观，包括多哈天际线的夜间景致，伊斯兰艺术博物馆和西湾，以及梅塞德的废弃汽车回收场和海滩风光。最后几张照片展示了阿尔瓦克拉出售的传统渔具，例如圆顶丝网鱼笼和折叠式鱼网。总体而言，这组相册为人们提供了一种感受卡塔尔自然环境、文化遗产和城市发展的机会。 – Chinese translation
