Fun facts about Al Khor
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Al Khor was formerly known as 'Khor Al-Shaqiq'.
Al Khor
Qatar
Al Khor, officially Al Khor and Al Thakhira, is a municipality in northeastern Qatar. Al Khor, 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 Qatar's major cities.
From the “Etymology” section
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Al Khor City was well known for its role in Qatar's pearling industry.
Al Khor
Qatar
Al Khor, officially Al Khor and Al Thakhira, is a municipality in northeastern Qatar. Al Khor, 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 Qatar's major cities.
From the “Municipal seat” section
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White mangrove forests in Qatar are most abundant near Al Khor and Al Thakhira.
Al Khor
Qatar
Al Khor, officially Al Khor and Al Thakhira, is a municipality in northeastern Qatar. Al Khor, 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 Qatar's major cities.
From the “Geography” section
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Al Khor Community is the biggest housing community in Qatar, hosting about 15,000 residents.
Al Khor
Qatar
Al Khor, officially Al Khor and Al Thakhira, is a municipality in northeastern Qatar. Al Khor, 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 Qatar's major cities.
From the “Housing” section
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Al Khor Island, also known as Purple Island, is recognized for its historical role in the Kassite dyeing industry.
Al Khor
Qatar
Al Khor, officially Al Khor and Al Thakhira, is a municipality in northeastern Qatar. Al Khor, 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 Qatar's major cities.
From the “Visitor attractions” section
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