Doha Corniche, Waterfront promenade in Doha, Qatar
Doha Corniche is a seven-kilometer waterfront promenade along the bay that curves in a crescent shape between the business district of Al Dafna and the older city quarters. The promenade runs along wide walkways next to grassy lawns, palm trees and playgrounds, with views of the water on one side and the skyline on the other.
Land reclamation projects for the waterfront promenade began in the late 1960s and changed the bay coastline permanently. Construction of the Amiri Diwan complex starting in 1969 marked the early urban expansion along this newly created coastal strip.
The section near the traditional quarters shows residents walking in the evening and families picnicking on the grassy areas. Fishermen cast their lines from the seawalls and sometimes sell their catch directly to passersby.
Multiple parking areas connect with shuttles and walkways to the promenade, while bus stops along the route offer public transport options. Most sections have flat pathways, and shaded spots under pavilions or trees provide relief during hot daytime hours.
The sculpture '7' by Richard Serra stands at the MIA Park pier and weighs about 800 tons of weathering steel. This number holds spiritual meaning in Islamic traditions, and the artwork marks the transition point between the museum grounds and the open waterfront.
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