East-West/West-East - By Richard Serra [198973P6]
Worth the trip if you’re interested in unique art set in unusual landscapes, sculptor Richard Serra’s installation within the Brouq Nature Reserve comprises four steel plates, each more than 14m tall, spread out over a kilometre of the desolate western Qatari desert. You may even spot an ostrich or gazelle in the surrounding desert reserve. The 1.5-hour drive west of Doha includes a bit of off-roading. Visit to the Filming City and Mushroom Rock
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
INCLUDED
- English speaking tour guide
- Pickup/Drop off service
NOT INCLUDED
- Meal
CANCELLATION POLICY
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
ITINERARY
- Richard Serra set a new standing art of flat iron that is about 15m (49 feet) tall has been unveiled in Qatar's desert. Richard Serra's The Artist, created for Qatar by renowned American artist Richard Serra's, is called "East-West / West-East," and is located some 60km outside of Doha at the Brouq Nature Reserve near Zekreet. The massive flat span 1km from the area, and "is set in a natural corridor shaped by gypsum plateaus,"
- Zekreet fort Qatar The landscape of the Zekreet peninsula has a unique and fascinating geology. Salt flats, rocks and open desert plateau dominate this scenery. There are no sand dunes here, weird rock formations and great views over the blue waters of the gulf. The Bir-Zekreet limestone escarpment is a desert bleachy, the blustery has a seductive rocks, revealing pillars, big limestone mushroom and weird shapes as it projects from cliffs. The beach is located in the heart of the city and is close to the beach. The beach rocks with natural curves give us a concept of meticulous carving done by some great artist. Visit to the Eye Wall in the end of the tour.
