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30-NOV-2013

Al Aarrudh Garden

Another of the many parks on the DQ, as usual underutilized, although there were a number of people sitting out under the palms on the lawn beyond this. Maybe it's just that structured and decorated parks don't appeal. The fountains everywhere go on only at certain times, run for maybe five minutes, and then go off again.

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Isabel Cutler28-Feb-2014 21:11
Considering how limited the watering is, it looks surprisingly green and lush.
pkocinski04-Jan-2014 12:45
This is so pretty and refreshing.
Gill Kopy04-Jan-2014 01:51
Such a beautiful park - I would be only too happy to hang out here :) Nicely captured here V
janescottcumming04-Jan-2014 00:51
A very pretty photo of a most attractive place. V
bill friedlander03-Jan-2014 19:09
A fine perspective along the main axis of the park. Must be a relief to see the green and the water in the dry climate. V
Will Hoskins03-Jan-2014 17:24
Wow, much more green than I would have guessed. Maybe they're using the water for irrigation rather than the fountains. Love the composition. V
globalgadabout03-Jan-2014 15:51
just the POV to capture the character here..a tad formal yes, but still a green-space to savour in the desert kingdom..
gerrit03-Jan-2014 14:38
The sparkling water en greens in the endless desert must be a blessing. Fine photo! V
Jim Coffman03-Jan-2014 13:45
I would have never guessed to find this in the desert! Wow!
Stephanie03-Jan-2014 12:48
What a beautiful, beautiful park! Excellent capture of it Helen! V
René Gysi03-Jan-2014 11:20
A very nice park from a beautiful perspective photographed. Great depth. V
Colin Storey03-Jan-2014 10:01
Very nicely composed park scene. v
Sheila03-Jan-2014 09:46
I should think that is a lovely place to sit first thing in the morning, when it is cool/er. It certainly looks verdant.
Martin Lamoon03-Jan-2014 08:23
A shady area wonderful!
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Chris Morton03-Jan-2014 08:11
there must be a joy at being surrounded by all that greenery, at least for expats
danad03-Jan-2014 07:49
A superb framing and nice spots of greens. V.
borisalex03-Jan-2014 07:45
Strong compo and great exposure for the foreground! V.
Long Bach Nguyen03-Jan-2014 07:15
fabulous composition, beautifully framed and good exposure v
Gerard Koehl03-Jan-2014 06:44
Ce parc est magnifique et la photo est bien cadrée. V
joseantonio03-Jan-2014 06:31
Very nice composition to appreciate the design of the park.V
John Reynolds LRPS03-Jan-2014 06:16
Good symmetrical composition, pleasant scene. V.