By SHADOWS TRAVELLING ON THE SEA OF THE DAY Al Shamal, Qatar 2023 Embark on a journey a hundred kilometers from the heart of Doha to discover the captivating art installation Shadows Travelling on the Sea of the Day by the renowned Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson. The art installation features twenty
Monfort Bat Sanctuary: Protecting the Nocturnal Agents of Reforestation
It is a privately owned stretch of land with a cave system that the Monfort Family used as a temporary shelter during World War II. The sanctuary is now home to the largest colony of Geoffroy’s Rousette Fruit Bats (Rousettus amplexicaudatus), as certified by Guinness World Records.
By Giant’s Causeway: Bridging Facts and Folklore
GIANT’S CAUSEWAY Bushmills, Northern Ireland 2023 From Belfast, along the Antrim Coast, to several scenic landmarks and back – this was supposedly the itinerary for the bus tour I booked weeks before. However, when I reflected on the weather conditions and the available daylight to see Northern Ireland’s most treasured
Mina District: Pure Pastel Perfection
MINA DISTRICT Doha, Qatar 2023 Standing in stark contrast to the monochromatic vibes of the Arabian desert, the Mina District boasts an abundance of pastel-painted buildings that house various stores, cafes, and accommodations. This area, which used to be near the Old Doha Port, has now been transformed into an
Doha Metro: A Sophisticated Take on Subway Experience
This advanced public transportation system mostly operates underground, featuring driverless trains reaching up to 100 kilometers per hour.
East-West/West-East: Colossal Steel in the Arabian Desert
Within the vast, desolate desert landscape of Zekreet stands four steel monoliths crafted by internationally acclaimed artist Richard Serra.