Al Thakhira is a town on the coast of the Al Khor municipality in Qatar, about 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) northeast of the city of Al Khor City and 60 kilometres (37 mi) from the capital Doha. Al Thakhira is closely affiliated with Al Khor City, both having been founded by the Al Muhannadi tribe. Like other coastal settlements in the area, its inhabitants historically relied solely on pearling and fishing for sustenance.
A view of Al Thakhira from the beach.
Mangrove forest in Al Thakhira
A rendering of the new commercial district made in 2014
Close-up view of Al Thakhira Mosque in 2021
Al Khor, officially Al Khor and Al Thakhira, is a municipality in northeastern Qatar. Al Khor City, the municipal seat, is located on the northeast coast of Qatar, around 50 kilometres from the capital, Doha and is considered to be one of the major cities in Qatar. Al Thakhira is the second most significant settlement in the municipality after Al Khor City.
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Image: Hillock at northern end of Al Khor Island
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