Corniche beautification project - what to expect

After every setback emerges a ray of hope that helps transformation take place. One such transformation is about to be seen in one of Qatar’s most visited and iconic places known as the Corniche.

The Corniche surrounds Doha Bay, covering a length of seven kilometers. It comprises of three main areas: the Corniche Park and Promenade, Corniche Street, and the Government zone.

The Corniche Promenade and Park are very famous destinations for walkers, runners, skaters, joggers and others engaging in relaxation and social activities.

Doha's emerging West Bay business district is linked with the south of the city and Doha International Airport through Corniche Street.

As for the Government zone, which directs a view of the bay, administrative buildings such as the Amiri Diwan are found here.

The Supervisory Committee of Beautification of Roads and Public Places in Qatar at the Public Works Authority ‘Ashghal’ declared the start of the second and third packages of Doha Central Development and Beautification Projects.

Eng. Hassan Al Ghanim, Assistant Manager of Doha Central Development Projects, clarified that the second and third package projects include development of six main areas, out of which Corniche beautification is one.

Aim

• Create a sustainable environment through implementing several tasks that include providing street furniture and some decorative lighting, developing Doha Corniche.
• Contribute to a social environment with a distinct identity through the participation of community members in creating artwork and planting works.
• Revive some internal public roads, vital places, residential areas and plazas.
• Transform the center of Doha into a distinctive and enjoyable destination for families and visitors.

What to expect?

1) Cycling & jogging tracks

The project involves development of the Corniche walkway. It will have a cycling and jogging path, and will connect it with tracks along Airport Road and Ras Bu Abboud extending to Lusail Expressway.

2) Construction of 3 pedestrian tunnels: Al Dafna, Corniche & Al Bidda tunnels – Infra roads

These tunnels aim to enhance pedestrian movement and link commuters to neighboring places.

3) Construction of 3 plazas: Al Dafna, Corniche & Al Bidda Plazas

The project also intends to develop public places and plazas in the region to create striking and lively places through the provision of services and aesthetic elements including retiring areas, benches, kiosks, display screens and visual art works attracting visitors to socialize and enjoy the view.

4) Open exhibition spaces on the Corniche with several artworks

People who are passionate about art and craft can soon exhibit their artworks and artifacts. Artworks will also be on display for people to see.

This project is among the most crucial projects implemented by the Supervisory Committee for Beautification of Roads and Public Places in Qatar. Its completion is scheduled in the first quarter of 2022. The citizens, residents as well as visitors have a lot to look forward to this year in terms of sustainable development in Qatar.

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