Middle East Art, Coastal, Modern architecture + Mountain pictures

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East meets west in this historical port city, home to lavish palaces, Portuguese forts and one of the oldest marketplaces in the Arab world.

One of the most eye-catching modern buildings in Israel is also one of its most intriguing museums, packed with exhibitions dedicated to contemporary design.

A mile-long coastal walkway, Lahat Promenade runs from Tel Aviv Marina to Charles Clore Park and is a lively place for a seaside stroll.

Set on the Red Sea, this coastal resort town is one of the world’s best snorkeling destinations and an idyllic beach getaway.

This architectural gem of a museum houses some of the finest art collections in the Middle East, from classic to contemporary.

Glittering and shiny, this Doha neighborhood has beautiful ocean views and some of the city’s best shops, parks, hotels, restaurants and cultural attractions. 

Surrounding a canyon that leads to the Dead Sea, this beautifully located reserve is home to a stunning array of wildlife and many lovely places to swim. 

Al Wakrah\'s nicely redeveloped beach offers a vast expanse of white sand dotted with palm trees. It’s a great place to relax on weekends.

This architectural gem of a museum houses some of the finest art collections in the Middle East, from classic to contemporary.

Browse markets and galleries, watch a unique theater show or simply enjoy the views of the Mediterranean at one of the most famous ancient ports in the world.

Surfing and dancing are among the regular activities on this beach with a lively promenade, an amphitheater and a toddler’s pool.

A mile-long coastal walkway, Lahat Promenade runs from Tel Aviv Marina to Charles Clore Park and is a lively place for a seaside stroll.

Go swimming and canoeing near the beaches and hiking trails of Israel’s largest freshwater lake, where Jesus is said to have performed his most iconic miracles. 

Surfing and dancing are among the regular activities on this beach with a lively promenade, an amphitheater and a toddler’s pool.

Surfing and dancing are among the regular activities on this beach with a lively promenade, an amphitheater and a toddler’s pool.

Calm waters in the bay provide ideal swimming and stand-up paddling conditions on a beach where men and women are segregated.

Set on the Red Sea, this coastal resort town is one of the world’s best snorkeling destinations and an idyllic beach getaway.

Surfing and dancing are among the regular activities on this beach with a lively promenade, an amphitheater and a toddler’s pool.

Surfing and dancing are among the regular activities on this beach with a lively promenade, an amphitheater and a toddler’s pool.

Wander the narrow, winding streets of this ancient port district and shop in its flea market where you will find almost anything and everything for sale.

Underground tunnels, religious treasures and a citadel are reminders of Acre’s rich and tumultuous past. Cross the ramparts for the marina and markets. 

Underground tunnels, religious treasures and a citadel are reminders of Acre’s rich and tumultuous past. Cross the ramparts for the marina and markets. 

Underground tunnels, religious treasures and a citadel are reminders of Acre’s rich and tumultuous past. Cross the ramparts for the marina and markets. 

Calm waters in the bay provide ideal swimming and stand-up paddling conditions on a beach where men and women are segregated.