Dhows Collection

Kenya. Mashua sailing boats participating in a race off Lamu Island

Dhows sailing off Lamu Island. Dhow or Dau is the colloquial word used by most visitors for the wooden sailing ships of the East African coast although in reality a dhow is a much larger ocean-going

Vew from the sea of the harbour, Old Town, Lamu Island, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Djiddah; The Red Sea, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Djiddah; The Red Sea, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

The Persian Expedition - Minora Point and Lighthouse, Kurrachee Harbour, Oyster Rock... 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Persian Expedition - Minora Point and Lighthouse, Kurrachee [Karachi] Harbour, Oyster Rock, Church and Town of Kurrachee, Oyster Rocks, 1857

Diving for sponges on the coast of Syria, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Diving for sponges on the coast of Syria, 1862. Latakia sponges are known and appreciated in England, but very few of the superior quality ever reach this country

Kuwait, Kuwait City, Old Ships port

Dubai UAE 1976 – abra water taxi on the Creek travelling between Bur Dubai and Deira districts of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates

Dhows on the Indian Ocaen, Zanzibar, Tanzania

West Bay skyline and Dhows in harbour, Doha, Qatar

Qatar, Doha, Dhows on Doha Bay, detail

Qatar, Al-Khor, fishing port with wired fishing baskets

Qatar, Doha, Dhows on Doha Bay with West Bay skyscrapers, dawn

Qatar, Doha, Museum of Islamic Art and Dhow Harbour

Al Bastakiya Historical Neighbourhood and Dubai Creek at sunrise, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Qatar, Doha, looking across Doha Bay to skyscrapers of West Bay

Three small dhows are out fishing near the coast, Zanzibar, Tanzania

A silhouette of a dhow at sunrise, Matemwe, Zanzibar, Tanzania

A dhow sails in front of the setting sun, Stone Tpwn, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Tankard (Hanap) with Ships, Late 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Tankard (Hanap) with Ships, Late 16th century

Kafr El-Zayat, Egypt - Fishermens Dhows pulled up on the banks of the River Nile. circa 1910s

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Qatar, Doha, Various boats moored in the harbour

Harbour view with Dhow, Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, East Africa Date: circa 1903

A view over makuti thatched roofs to the estuary that divides Lamu Island from uninhabited Manda Island, which has no permanent source of sweet groundwater

800AD Arab dhow vessel, side view

Kenya. Two Jahazi boats sailing off Lamu Island. The main way to transport goods in the Lamu Archipelago

Dhow On Matemwe Beach

Fishermen In Dhow Sailing In Shallow Water In Front Of Large Thunder Storm Cloud

Dhow Heading Out To Sea At Dawn

Zanzibar, Tanzania; Dhow In Shallow Water

Zanzibar, Africa; Dhow In The Water

Traditional wooden dhow boats in the Corniche marina, at sunset in Doha, Qatar, Middle East

Qatar, Doha, Dhow and FANAR, Qatar Islamic Cultural Center

Off-loading cargo from dhows from Zanzibar at dawn

The busy harbour at Bagamoyo at dawn where fishermen land their catches and motorised dhows from Zanzibar off-load merchandise

Boats in Ha Long Bay at Sunset. Ha Long Bay extends over 1500 sq km of the Gulf of Tonkin at the north-east corner of Vietnam, with over 3000 islands in its waters

The waterfront of the sheltered, natural harbour of Lamu Island. Situated 150 miles north-northeast of Mombasa, Lamu town dates from the 15th century AD

Landing stage, Kiamari, Karachi, British India
Landing stage with dhows and a clock tower, Kiamari (Kemari), Karachi, Sindh Province, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1920

Dhows leaving Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa, on a change of monsoon winds. 1923

East Africa - Old Fort - Soldiers Guarding Ramparts. Part of Box 249 Boswell Collection - East Coast of Africa. Inhambane is one of the oldest settlements on Mozambiques eastern coast

Aden The Dhows Date: 1959

ARAB DHOWS ON THE RED SEA. Dhow is the generic name of a number of traditional sailing vessels with one or more masts with lateen sails used in the Red Sea and Indian Ocean region

Pearl Monument with moored dhows and modern city skyline of West Bay, from Al-Corniche, Doha, Qatar, Middle East

Sailing boats passing the swing bridge - Cairo, Egypt
Dhows passing through an open swing bridge on the River Nile - Cairo, Egypt Date: circa 1930s

Arab Dhow in St Georges Bay, Malta - WWII
Arab Dhow in St Georges Bay, Malta. Photograph taken by Colonel David Sutherland of SBS and SAS, was part of a 12-man Special Boat Service unit which made a daring raid on the occupied Greek island

Sails drying - Arab Dhows in the harbour at Beirut, Lebanon
Sail drying - Arab Dhows in the harbour at Beirut, Lebanon. Photograph taken by Colonel David Sutherland of SBS and SAS, was part of a 12-man Special Boat Service unit which made a daring raid

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Dhow Arabian Boat Tropical Indian Ocean, Pongwe Beach Resort, Zanzibar, Tanzania Date:

View from the Museum of Islamic Arts towards the old part of Doha and the dhows moored in the Harbour, at sunset, Doha, Qatar, Middle East

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Dhows, the majestic sailing boats of the Arabian Sea, have long been an integral part of coastal communities. From Kenya's Lamu Island to Kuwait City and Doha in Qatar, these vessels embody a rich maritime heritage. Off the shores of Lamu Island in Kenya, mashua sailing boats gracefully participate in a thrilling race. The dhows glide through the waves with their sails billowing against the backdrop of this idyllic island paradise. In Kuwait City's Old Ships port, one can witness a captivating scene as traditional dhows set sail into the horizon. These vessels carry echoes of ancient trade routes that once connected distant lands. Zanzibar, Tanzania boasts a breathtaking view from its seascape where dhows dotting the Indian Ocean create an enchanting sight. Their presence adds charm to this vibrant destination known for its cultural diversity. The spiral mosque of Qatar Islamic Centre stands tall amidst Doha's dhow harbor. Here, modernity blends seamlessly with tradition as these elegant boats find solace near towering skyscrapers that shape West Bay's skyline. As dawn breaks over Doha Bay in Qatar, dhows gently sway on tranquil waters while being framed by magnificent skyscrapers. This juxtaposition between old-world charm and contemporary architecture creates an awe-inspiring spectacle at daybreak. Al-Khor fishing port in Qatar showcases another facet of dhow culture - wired fishing baskets used by local fishermen to secure their catch. This age-old practice is a testament to how traditions are preserved even amidst rapid development. Kuwait City proudly houses its Maritime Museum which pays homage to its seafaring history and displays various types of historic dhows. Visitors can immerse themselves in tales from yesteryears and gain insights into Kuwaiti maritime legacy. The Museum of Islamic Art in Doha beckons visitors with its stunning exhibits and offers glimpses into both artistry and craftsmanship associated with dhows throughout history. The adjacent dhow harbor adds a touch of authenticity to this cultural haven.