The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has started implementing the first package of Ras Bu Abboud Beach development Project, as part of the Supervisory Committee of Beautification of Roads and Public Places in Qatar. The completion of first package is scheduled for the second quarter of 2020.
The project aims to prepare the beach as a leisure and tourist destination, in addition to developing the road leading to the beach and Ras Bu Abboud Stadium.
Engineer Jazmine Al-Sheikh, Design Manager of the Project, Supervisory Committee of Beautification of Roads and Public Places in Qatar at Ashghal, stated that Ras Bu Abboud beach development project aims to turn the beach into a tourist and family destination. The project will be implemented on an area of 260 thousand square metres and a length of 2.2 km.
She added that the project includes preparing the beach to become a suitable recreational destination for beach activities. There will be designated areas for beach sports activities. The project includes the construction of a pedestrian and cycling path with a length of 2.2 kilometres, in addition to providing bike racks, to make it easier for the beach visitors to exercise, jog, and cycle. Also, in order to provide a suitable healthy environment and to beautify the view of the beach, the project includes planting 11.5 thousands square metres of landscaping and about 500 trees.
The project features buildings and service booths in four separate areas, including restaurants, cafes, toilets, etc. There will be seating areas, outdoor showers and umbrellas for visitors.
To enhance safety on the beach and for making evenings enjoyable, a distinctive and high-tech lighting network will be implemented, in addition to surveillance cameras and Wi-Fi devices.
Source & Image credit: Ashghal Qatar
