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Barzan Towers
 
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Highlights
Some views from Barzan towers Stretching into the Arabian sky, the Barzan towers loom above the surrounding landscape and provide the perfect place to gaze out to sea. They have been used as a platform to keep a watchful eye on pearl divers, as a look-out for approaching ships and as an observatory to scrutinise the moon’s phases...more

Planning a visit

 
Visitors can enter the building 24 hours a day. We suggest also taking time to view the additional towers found in the same area, namely the Umm Slal Mohammed fortresses. They are private property, so you cannot enter them, but their well-preserved and genuinely important historical character make them one of the most interesting and notable heritage sites in Qatar. A unique oasis full of green trees, animals and palm trees is nestled behind the towers. Refreshments and snacks are available for purchase nearby.

UTM coordinates N 25° 25' 07.66" E 51° 24' 48.05"
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Barzan towers Barzan tower Traditional roof Barzan tower

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