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PMR-D6178
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Landsberg am Lech: open air cafe with the former salt warehouse behind. Salt was a principal source of the town's wealth.
Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse

PMR-D6058
Oman, Muscat: an old watchtower overlooking the buildings of Old Muscat, with the Omani flag flying high.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, defence, fortifications

PMR-D6057
Oman, Muscat: model of a "Falaj" or ancient water distribution system in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, aflaj

PMR-D6056
Oman, Muscat: model of a "Falaj" or ancient water distribution system in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, aflaj

PMR-D6055
Oman, Muscat: golden "coffee pot" feature, surrounded by flower beds, on a traffic island.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D6054
Oman, Muscat: the auditorium of the Royal Opera House, inaugurated in 2011. The building takes its motifs from Islamic, Mughal, Oriental and European art.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture, concerts , music

PMR-D6053
Oman, Muscat: the main staircase in the foyer of the Royal Opera House, inaugurated in 2011. The building takes its motifs from Islamic, Mughal, Oriental and European art.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture, concerts , music

PMR-D6052
Oman, Muscat: part of the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble. The inner architecture shows many influences, including, here, that of Cordoba in southern Spain.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture

PMR-D6051
Oman, Muscat: part of the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble. The inner architecture shows many influences, including, here, that of Cordoba in southern Spain.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, artistic, culture

PMR-D6050
Oman, Muscat: part of the Persian carpet in the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque showing the floral pattern and rich colours. It is a single piece 70 x 60 metres covering an area of 4263 square metres. Woven near Nishabur, Khurasan, it took 600 women four years to complete, has 1,700,000,000 knots, and weighs 21 tonnes.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, colourful, artistic, elegant

PMR-D6049
Oman, Muscat: polychrome floral panels in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, faience, culture, artistic, colourful

PMR-D6048
Oman, Muscat: the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble. The Italian chandelier is the world's largest. The hand-woven carpet was produced in Iran and measures 60 x 70 metres, making it the world's second largest.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, balance, proportion, symmetry, elegance, dome , cupola, artistic

PMR-D6047
Oman, Muscat: the central chandelier in the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is 8 metres in diameter and 14 metres in length with 1122 lamps, together weighing 8 tonnes.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, dome, cupola, balance , proportion, symmetry, elegance, majestic, artistic

PMR-D6046
Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, prayer, worship, faience

PMR-D6045
Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, prayer, worship, faience

PMR-D6044
Oman, Muscat: the Ladies' Prayer Hall in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, showing the Turkish crystal chandeliers
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship

PMR-D6043
Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, faience, prayer, worship

PMR-D6042
Oman, Muscat: ministerial building, with the gardens of the Grand Mosque in the foreground.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, picturesque, colourful

PMR-D6041
Oman, Muscat: the main entrance and dome of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422).
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship, marble

PMR-D6040
Oman, Muscat: reflections in the polished marble forecourt of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship

PMR-D6039
Oman, Muscat: the principal minaret of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, 90 metres high, shows Egyptian influence.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship, marble

PMR-D6038
Oman, Muscat: fountain and falaj (water channel) in the gardens of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, with the entrance and dome of the prayer hall behind.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, architecture, sultanate, prayer, worship, marble

PMR-D6036
Oman, Muscat: view of Old Muscat with government buildings and Al Alam Palace. In the background are the two Portuguese forts, Jalali and Mirani which defended the harbour.
Keywords: oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, architecture, picturesque, heritage, historic

PMR-D5801
Oman, Muscat: Sultan Qaboos' Al Alam Palace in Old Muscat, built in 1972. View from the gardens.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-D5798
Oman, Muscat: facade of Sultan Qaboos' Al Alam Palace in Old Muscat, built in 1972.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate

PMR-D5795
Oman, Muscat: the Royal Opera House , inaugurated in 2011. Contractor: Carillion.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, sultanate, concerts, music

PMR-D2101
Oman, Muscat: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422), was built with 300,000 tons of Indian sandstone by Carillion Alawi LLC and took six years and seven months to complete. Oman, Muscat: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, dedicated on 4th May 2001 (10th Safar 1422), was built with 300,000 tons of Indian sandstone by Carillion Alawi LLC and took six years and seven months to complete.
Keywords: architecture, oil wealth, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultanate, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D4794
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Mediaeval burgher houses in the Obere Bachgasse.
Keywords: Gothic, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D4793
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. A mediaeval street, Hinter der Grieb, with the. patrician tower-house " Löblturm" (13th c.) and cathedral tower in the distance.
Keywords: Gothic, architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D4792
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site 2006. The Goliath House was built in the late 13th century for the Thundorfer family. Melchior Bocksberger painted the fresco in 1573.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, David and Goliath, traditional, tower-house

PMR-D4791
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Old burgher houses on the bank of the River Danube, facades reflected in the water.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque, reflections

PMR-D4790
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Colourful old burgher houses on Stadtamhof, on the far side of the River Danube, with the cathedral in the distance.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D4789
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Colourful old burgher houses on Stadtamhof, on the far side of the River Danube.
Keywords: architecture, historic, heritage, culture, picturesque

PMR-D4788
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. The facade and towers of St. Peter's Cathedral were completed in the 19th century although the building was begun in 1250.
Keywords: Gothic, architecture, historic, heritage, stone-carving, culture

PMR-D1125
Qatar, Doha: they say you can find anything you wish for in the soukh.......
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1124
Qatar, Doha: even the taxidermist has a shop in Al Waqif Soukh.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1123
Qatar, Doha: pavement cafe in Al Waqif Soukh. Most people smoke a "sisha" with their drink.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1122
Qatar, Doha: a textile shop in Al Waqif Soukh.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1121
Qatar, Doha: a huge range of textiles is available in Al Waqif Soukh.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1120
Qatar, Doha: the streets of Al Waqif Soukh are toured by immaculatel dressed mounted patrols on white stallions.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1119
Qatar, Doha: many arabs pass the time of day in Waqif Soukh.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1118
Qatar, Doha: the streets of Al Waqif Soukh are toured by mounted patrols on white stallions.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1117
Qatar, Doha: traditional-style buildings of Al Waqif Soukh, with a minaret in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1116
Qatar, Doha: the state's prestigious new boulevard, Al Corniche.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1115
Qatar, Doha: a pair of Common Mynas (Acridotheres tristis).
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1114
Qatar, Doha: palm-lined approach to the Museum of Islamic Art, with fountain in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1113
Qatar, Doha: entrance to the Museum of Islamic Art.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1112
Qatar, Doha: view across the landscaped grounds of the Museum Park, with new developments beyond.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1111
Qatar, Doha: inside the Museum of Islamic Art, showing the stairway.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1110
Qatar, Doha: inside the Museum of Islamic Art.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1109
Qatar, Doha: the Museum of Islamic Art.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1108
Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from the cafe in Museum Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1107
Qatar, Doha: cafe in Museum Park, overlooking the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1106
Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from the cafe in Museum Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1105
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, Palm Towers, and Tornado Tower, with passing dhow. Close-up from across the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1104
Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from the Dhow Harbour.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1103
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Qatar World Trade Centre, Burj Qatar, Palm Towers, Al Jassimaya Tower, and Tornado Tower.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1102
Qatar, Doha: Sheraton Hotel and Conference Centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1101
Qatar, Doha: Olympic Games Building?
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1100
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - twin Palm Towers, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar, with a dhow ferry moored in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1099
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - twin Palm Towers and Al Bidda Tower, with gardens in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1098
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, with gardens in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1097
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1096
Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay, with green areas and palm trees.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1095
Qatar, Doha: new skyscrapers at West Bay - Palm Tower, Burj Qatar, and Al Jassimaya Tower.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1091
Qatar, Doha: new flowerbeds are being laid out continuously.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1090
Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1089
Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1088
Qatar, Doha: new developments on the north side of the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1087
Qatar, Doha: foyer of City Centre Mall.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1085
Qatar, Doha: Islamic Cultural Centre Building.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1084
Qatar, Doha: Oyster with Pearl monument, with Dhow Harbour in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D1083
Qatar, Doha: dhow, with old Doha skyline behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR-D1082
Qatar, Doha: Dhow Harbour with the Museum of Islamic Art behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR-D3078
Bahrain, Muharraq: a newly renovated tradional burgher house now containing the Busaad Art Museum, based on the works of talented local artist, Ebrahim Busaad.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3077
Bahrain, Muharraq: a veteran minaret belonging to the adjacent mosque.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, architecture

PMR-D3076
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

Part of the open roof with entrance to a guest room.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3075
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

A handsome guest room on the roof, open to breezes on all sides.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3074
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

The main courtyard with entrances to living rooms, from the roof.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3073
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

Ornate inner entrance to one of the guest rooms on the roof.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3072
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

Ornate, arched entrance to one of the guest rooms on the roof.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3071
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

The top of the wind-tower on the roof, which directs cooling breezes into the room below.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3070
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

One of the larger, richly ornamented guest rooms.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3069
Bahrain, Muharraq: Beit Sheikh Isa bin Ali, a traditional upper-class house built about 1800, and recently refurbished and opened to the public. Seat of the emir in the 19th century.

A richly-carved inner door.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, dwelling, living style, architecture, artistic

PMR-D3068
Bahrain, Manama: Sheikh Isa bin Sulman Causeway connecting Manama with Muharraq Island.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3067
Bahrain, Manama: one of the stained glass windows in the dome of the Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3066
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - interior, with chandelier, made in Austria, surrounded by numerous handblown glass lamps from France. In the dome are 12 Iranian stained glass windows. The carpet was made in Scotland.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3065
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - interior, with mihrab niche.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3064
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - interior, with chandelier, made in Austria, surrounded by numerous handblown glass lamps from France. The carpet was made in Scotland.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3063
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers - the main courtyard, paved with marble.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D3062
Bahrain, Manama: Bahrain National Theatre, which can accommodate over 1000 people: lobby - access to the balconies, of preformed plastics.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, artistic, curves

PMR-D3061
Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH).
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2922
Bahrain, Manama: Isa Cultural Centre on Al Fatih Highway.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2921
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers, was opened in 1988.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, minarets, modern architecture

PMR-D2920
Bahrain, Manama: Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the largest in the country, accommodating 7000 worshippers, was opened in 1988.
Keywords: oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, minarets, modern architecture

PMR-D2919
Bahrain, Manama: Andalus Gardens on Sheikh Isa Avenue.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2918
Bahrain, Manama: Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress - insect sculptures displayed near the fortress.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2917
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. The modern museum stands in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2916
Bahrain, Manama: Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress - traditional shelters of date-palm leaves provide some respite from the sun inside the fortress.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2915
Bahrain, Manama: Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress - traditional layout for extracting liquid syrup from dates, using a system of drainage channels. The dates were heaped to the roof and the juice was pressed out by their own weight.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2914
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2913
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2912
Bahrain, Manama: the flag of Bahrain.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, heraldry

PMR-D2911
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Children on school visit.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2910
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arched doorways.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2909
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2908
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2907
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2906
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2905
Bahrain, Manama: newly restored Qalat al-Bahrain Fortress, also known as the Portuguese Fortress, built in 6th century AD when the area was the centre of the Dilmun civilization. However recent archeological excavations reveal that the site has been occupied since 2300 BC at least. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, historic, ruins, ancient, antiquity

PMR-D2904
Bahrain, Manama: the newly completed World Trade Centre has three propellers mounted between the towers.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2903
Bahrain, Manama: modern sculpture outside the Art Centre and Cultural Hall.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, bronze, figure

PMR-D2902
Bahrain, Manama: another "Pearl Monument" reflecting Bahrain's past source of wealth.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2901
Bahrain, Manama: the colourful minaret of the Friday Mosque, built in 1938
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2900
Bahrain, Manama: Bab al-Bahrain ("Gateway to Bahrain"), built by the British in 1945 and restored in 1986, is the heart of the old town.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2899
Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH).
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2898
Bahrain, Manama: King Faisal Highway.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2897
Bahrain, Manama: view of the World Trade Centre from the Bahrain Financial Harbour Building, with fountain and gardens.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2896
Bahrain, Manama: view of the World Trade Centre from the reclaimed area.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2895
Bahrain, Manama: "twisted" high-rise glass building under construction on reclaimed land of Bahrain Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2894
Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH).
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2893
Bahrain, Manama: twin towers of the World Trade Centre with older buildings on King Faisal Highway..
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh

PMR-D2892
Bahrain, Manama: Zubara Avenue/Sheikh Isa Avenue, with new high-rise buildings under construction in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, Middle East, Gulf State, Sheikh, skyscrapers

PMR-D2132
Oman, Muscat: closer view of the giant incense burner overlooking Al Riyam Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2131
Oman, Muscat: golden water pitchers form a fountain on one of the traffic roundabouts near Al Riyan Park with the stark mountains of the desert behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2130
Oman, Muscat: a section of the original city walls of Old Muscat, snaking up the hillside, with regular watchtowers built on. Flower gardens adjoining the Sultan's Palace, Al Alam, in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2129
Oman, Muscat: a section of the original city walls of Old Muscat, snaking up the hillside, with regular watchtowers built on.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2128
Oman, Muscat: facade of Sultan Qaboos' Al Alam Palace in Old Muscat, built in 1972.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2127
Oman, Muscat: Forts Jalali and Mirani, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, command the entrance to the "hidden harbour".
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2126
Oman, Muscat: some of the original buildings in Old Muscat.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2125
Oman, Muscat: Bait Al Zubair (House of Al Zubair), a private museum displaying the Zubair family's collection of Omani artefacts, spanning a number of centuries. Portrait of Sultan Qaboos near the entrance.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2124
Oman, Muscat: traditional carved wooden door of Al Bait Al Oud, a reconstruction of the house where Sheikh Ali bin Juma lived with his family in the 18th and 20th centuries, with original furnishings.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2123
Oman, Muscat: colourful goats in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2122
Oman, Muscat: colourful goats in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2121
Oman, Muscat: model of a "Falaj" or ancient water distribution system in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2120
Oman, Muscat: model of a "Falaj" or ancient water distribution system in the grounds of the Bait Al Zubair Museum.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2119
Oman, Muscat: the restored Muscat Gate now contains a museum of local history.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2118
Oman, Muscat: Mirani Fort, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2117
Oman, Muscat: Jalali Fort, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, guards the harbour together with Mirani Fort, opposite.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2116
Oman, Muscat: one of the colourful "minarets" of the Al Khor Mosque.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2115
Oman, Muscat: blue-tiled Al Khor Mosque, with the restored Mirani Fort behind, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2114
Oman, Muscat: facade of Sultan Qaboos' Al Alam Palace in Old Muscat, built in 1972.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2113
Oman, Muscat: one of the arcaded colonnades flanking the approach to Al Alam royal palace.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2112
Oman, Muscat: the lake and colourful pavilion in the Al Qurm National Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2111
Oman, Muscat: the beach at Hay As Saruj.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2110
Oman, Muscat: the main entrance and dome of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2109
Oman, Muscat: the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque showing the mihrab niche in the qiblah wall. The Persian carpet is a single piece 70 x 60 metres covering an area of 4263 square metres. Woven near Nishabur, Khurasan, it took 600 women four years to complete, and weighs 21 tonnes.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2108
Oman, Muscat: part of the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The walls are clad in off-white Bianco P and dark grey Bardiglio marble.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2107
Oman, Muscat: the central chandelier in the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is 8 metres in diameter and 14 metres in length with 1122 lamps, together weighing 8 tonnes.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2106
Oman, Muscat: one of the stained glass windows in the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2105
Oman, Muscat: south entrance porch to the main prayer hall of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, showing the carved wooden doors.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2104
Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2103
Oman, Muscat: colourful Persian "Kashi" tilework in the Safavid tradition in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2102
Oman, Muscat: the Ladies' Prayer Hall in the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, showing the Turkish crystal chandeliers
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2100
Oman, Muscat: mosque with colourful dome and minaret on the promenade at Muttrah, with the barren mountains of the desert behind.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2099
Oman, Muscat: Muttrah Fort overlooks flowerbeds on Al Corniche.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2098
Oman, Muscat: mosque with colourful dome and minaret on the promenade at Muttrah.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2097
Oman, Muscat: the bay and promenade at Muttrah.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2096
Oman, Muscat: part of the prestigious Corniche road which joins Muttrah and Old Muscat.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2095
Oman, Muscat: the Ministry of Finance in Old Muscat.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2094
Oman, Muscat: Bandar Ar Rawdah Marina from the coast road.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State, yacht harbour

PMR-D2093
Oman, Muscat: a traditional dhow is a feature on one of the traffic roundabouts.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2092
Oman, Muscat: golden coffee pots are a feature on one of the traffic roundabouts
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2091
Oman, Muscat: a modern dual-carriageway road sweeps down through a cutting to the sea.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2090
Oman, Muscat: the clock tower is a local landmark at Ruwi, the commercial centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2089
Oman, Muscat: hundreds of feral pigeons on the dried-out river bed.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2088
Oman, Muscat: colourful modern "minarets" on a mosque.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2087
Oman, Muscat: the newly completed Al Harthy Complex contains a large shopping centre.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2086
Oman, Muscat: the beach and coastal development at Haramil.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2085
Oman, Muscat: mangroves are preserved in Al Qurm National Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2084
Oman, Muscat: a modern gate spans the road on the approach to Muttra.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2083
Oman, Muscat: Sultan Qaboos' yacht in the port at Muttrah.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2082
Oman, Muscat: Al Riyam Park, overlooked by a giant incense burner.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2081
Oman, Muscat: traffic on Al Jaame Street in Ruwi.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State

PMR-D2080
Oman, Muscat: modern mosque with dome and minaret in Ruwi.
Keywords: modern architecture, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, sultan, Middle East, Gulf State, colourful

PMR147K-13
Qatar, Doha: colourful open-air carpet store in Al Waqif Soukh.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-12
Qatar, Doha: entrance to the largest soukh, the Al Waqif complex.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-11
Qatar, Doha: fountain and palm-lined approach to the Museum of Islamic Art.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-10
Qatar, Doha: the Museum of Islamic Art with the fountain in MIA Park and palm-lined lagoon.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-09
Qatar, Doha: retired dhows belonging to the Museum of Islamic Art.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-08
Qatar, Doha: West Bay developments across the bay, from the ice cafe in MIA Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-07
Qatar, Doha: new high-rise blocks at West Bay - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, the twin Palm Towers, Burj Qatar, Tornado Tower and Al Jassimaya Tower, from across the bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-06
Qatar, Doha: West Bay developments from near the end of the palm-lined lagoon promenade of MIA Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-05
Qatar, Doha: West Bay developments from the palm-lined lagoon promenade of MIA Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-04
Qatar, Doha: the Museum of Islamic Art, from the palm-lined lagoon promenade of MIA Park.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-03
Qatar, Doha: new high-rise buildings at West Bay - the twin Palm Towers, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar, with a dhow ferry at the quayside.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-02
Qatar, Doha: view across the bay from West Bay, with Al Corniche and flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR147K-01
Qatar, Doha: new high-rise buildings at West Bay - the twin Palm Towers. Al Bidda Tower and Qatar World Trade Centre, with flower gardens in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-36
Qatar, Doha: new high-rise buildings - Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, and Burj Qatar, with twin Palm Towers behind, all at West Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-35
Qatar, Doha: Sheraton Hotel and Conference Centre at West Bay, with a dhow ferry in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-34
Qatar, Doha: Al Jassimaya Tower, with Tornado Tower behind, both at West Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-33
Qatar, Doha: some of the new developments at West Bay amid well manicured lawns.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR146K-32
Qatar, Doha: a pair of newly completed skyscrapers overlooking lawns and flower beds at West Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-31
Qatar, Doha: western end of the prestige boulevard, Al Corniche, with newly completed high rise buildings.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR146K-30
Qatar, Doha: western end of the prestige boulevard, Al Corniche, with palm trees and flowerbeds in national colours.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR146K-29
Qatar, Doha: some of the new developments at West Bay amid well manicured lawns.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR146K-28
Qatar, Doha: some of the new developments at West Bay amid well manicured lawns.
Keywords: modern architecture, ultra-modern, luxurious, air conditioning, Arab state, Muslim, Islam, desert city, emirate, oil wealth, skyscrapers

PMR146K-27
Qatar, Doha: prestige boulevard, Al Corniche, lined with palms and flowerbeds in national colours.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-26
Qatar, Doha: Qatar Islamic Cultural Centre Building.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-25
Qatar, Doha: high rise buildings on West Bay with dhows in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-24
Qatar, Doha: view of the Dhow Harbour with Doha City in the background.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-23
Qatar, Doha: view of the Dhow Harbour and Doha City, with Qatari flag in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR146K-22
Qatar, Doha: the Museum of Islamic Art, with dhows in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-12
Qatar, Doha: new high-rise buildings, Palm Towers, Tornado Tower, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre, Burj Qatar and other unfinished developments, from the north end of La Corniche.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-11
Qatar, Doha: the high-rise buildings, Palm Towers, Al Bidda Tower, Qatar World Trade Centre and Burj Qatar, dwarf the dhow ferry boat, moored on the quay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-10
Qatar, Doha: some of the interesting new shapes arising on West Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-09
Qatar, Doha: the north end of the prestige boulevard, Al Corniche, with palm trees and flowebeds in the national colours.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-08
Qatar, Doha: some of the interesting new shapes arising on West Bay.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR690-06
Qatar, Doha: the dhow harbour with new high-rise buildings across the bay, and flowerbeds in the foreground.
Keywords: modern architecture, skyscrapers, oil wealth, emirate, desert city, Islam, Muslim, Arab state, air conditioning, luxurious, ultra-modern

PMR080K-05
Tunisia: Kairouan, the fourth holiest place in Islam, after Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem: traditional doors: the number of studs in the door was a measure of the wealth of the owner.
Keywords: Islam, Muslim, Mohammedan, Maghreb, historic, heritage, picturesque

PMR067K-28
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Here: facade of the "Goliath House", an Italian-style fortified "tower-house" built by rich merchants.
Keywords: UNESCO World Heritage Site, German Architecture, Germen heritage

PMR067K-27
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Here: 2 of the 16 arches of the old Stone Bridge spanning the Danube.
Keywords: UNESCO World Heritage Site, Germen heritage, German Architecture

PMR067K-26
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Here: typical narrow, cobbled street in the old quarter, with open air restaurant tables.
Keywords: UNESCO World Heritage Site, German Architecture, Germen heritage

PMR067K-25
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Here: the remaining towers of the Jakobstor (Jacob's Gate), formerly the main western entrance to the city.
Keywords: UNESCO World Heritage Site, German Architecture, Germen heritage

PMR067K-24
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Here: fountain in Bismarck Platz with the Stadttheater on the far side.
Keywords: UNESCO World Heritage Site, Germen heritage, German Architecture

PMR067K-23
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Here: a picturesque pavement cafe in the heart of the old town.
Keywords: UNESCO World Heritage Site, Germen heritage, German Architecture, Timberframe buildings

PMR067K-22
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Here: the 14th century Brückenturm (Bridge-Tower) , beyond which begins the 12th century Old Stone Bridge over the Danube.
Keywords: UNESCO World Heritage Site, Germen heritage, German Architecture

PMR067K-21
Germany, Bavaria: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006. Here: gabled house facades reflected in a backwater of the River Danube.
Keywords: UNESCO World Heritage Site, Germen heritage, German Architecture

PMR619-11
Germany, Upper Bavaria, Regensburg: Originally a Celtic colony (Radasbona) and then later a Roman settlement (Castra Regina), Regensburg boasts a wealth of historic buildings. Pictureque pavement cafe in the heart of the old city.
Keywords: UNESCO World Heritage Site, German Architecture, Boulevard cafe, Timberframe buildings

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