Purple Island Beach

If you’re planning a visit, the best time to do so is between November to February as the weather is just the right shade of cool at this time of year.

The island’s spectacular natural beauty makes it the ideal place to bird watch, walk in nature, spot a variety of marine animals, kayak though the mangroves or cross the wooden bridge that connects the island with small hills and Purple Island Beach.

Keep in mind that there are no facilities on the island, and no shade provided, so prepare accordingly. Bring your own supplies, hat or shade of any kind, appropriate footwear to walk around and of course, leave no trace behind; pick up any trash and take it with you before leaving.

Presently this beach bit crowded during weekends as pleasant weather before summer. Mostly only families are allowed in the beach & children play area are maintained nicely.

Barbecue facilities are available here, most of people enjoying the weekends with barbecuing in the beach front. Nice to spent spent the evening hours here. As considering Al Khor, the small town in Qatar it is becoming favorite one for residents.

The island’s name comes from when it was the main site of the Kassite-controlled purple dye industry in the second millennium BC.  This was a thriving industry at the time, since purple has traditionally been associated with royalty.  Today, visitors can kayak or hike around the island, and camping is allowed onsite, offering a rustic experience.

 

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