Qatar's Maritime Heritage

by Kelly Beckta (United Kingdom)

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These men from the GCC demonstrate the traditional tools of their maritime heritage on the beaches of Qatar. Their headdress indicates the country they are from.
These men from the GCC demonstrate the traditional tools of their maritime heritage on the beaches of Qatar. Their headdress indicates the country they are from.
Qatari and Omani flags are proudly displayed together on this traditional dhow boat as the men unite and deploy their fishing nets into the Persian Gulf.
Qatari and Omani flags are proudly displayed together on this traditional dhow boat as the men unite and deploy their fishing nets into the Persian Gulf.
These men from Oman and Saudi demonstrate camaraderie as the Middle Eastern neighbours join hands to use their united power and strength to draw the fishing nets closer
These men from Oman and Saudi demonstrate camaraderie as the Middle Eastern neighbours join hands to use their united power and strength to draw the fishing nets closer
More men from the region kindly join together as a team to haul the catch of the day to shore.
More men from the region kindly join together as a team to haul the catch of the day to shore.
Generations of GCC nationals gather together on the beach to admire the fruits of the fisherman's handiwork. The sound boys get the first pick of todays haul.
Generations of GCC nationals gather together on the beach to admire the fruits of the fisherman's handiwork. The sound boys get the first pick of todays haul.