Al Mafjar
Abandoned village in Ash Shamal, Qatar
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Al Mafjar (Arabic: المفجر) is an abandoned village in Qatar,[1] located in the municipality of Ash Shamal in the north. There are plans to redevelop ruins of the ancient village as a tourist attraction.[2] Umm Tais National Park and Ar Ru'ays are nearby.[3]
Al Mafjar
المفجر | |
|---|---|
Abandoned village | |
Ruins in Al Mafjar | |
  Al Mafjar Location in Qatar | |
| Coordinates: 26°8′0″N 51°18′1″E | |
| Country | Qatar |
| Municipality | Ash Shamal |
Etymology
Geography
Al Mafjar is located on the eastern side of Qatar's northern coast. The line connecting Al Mafjar and Abu Dhalouf serves as a demarcation between the coastal plain areas to the north and the interior plains to the south, the latter area being characterized by a gradual widening to the south of this line.[5]
Gallery
Ruined building in Al Mafjar
Stone wall remnants in Al Mafjar
Traditional dhow on Al Mafjar beach
