Middle East 2022

QATAR
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ATTRACTIONS
Souq Waqif
Doha, the Capital of Qatar,
is a modern marvel and the
epitome of cosmopolitan
city. So, for a glimpse into
it’s past, before oil was
found in 1940, we suggest
spending some time at
Souq Waqif. It’s essentially
a traditional Qatari market
with vibrant vendors selling
handicrafts, souvenirs,
jewellery, spices, and
clothes. It’s also home
to quite a few traditional
Qatari restaurants and food
stalls which tends to give
the whole place a nice buzz
especially in the evenings.
Keep in mind that it’s
closed between 12.30 and
3.30 everyday and open
from 12.30pm to 10pm on
Fridays.
The National Museum of Qatar
Set within one of Qatar’s most iconic buildings, the National
Museum is the perfect place to learn about the history and
culture of this unique country. The museum shows Qatar’s
history in 3 parts – the beginning, the present, and the modern.
There are total of 11 galleries to explore, few restaurants and
cafés, and a beautiful park to enjoy.
It’s open from 9am to 7pm everyday except on Friday when it’s
open from 1.30pm to 7pm. It costs 50 Qatari Riyal to enter, unless
you’re a Qatari citizen, then it’s free.
Katara Cultural Village
Qatar has positioned itself as one of the cultural centres of
the Middle East, and no other place reflect this better than
the wonderful Katara Cultural Village. This stunning attraction
houses an amphitheatre, a garden, two distinctively designed
mosques, several restaurants, art galleries, and a convention
centre.
It’s played host to several film festivals, TEDx talks, religious
celebrations, art workshops, concerts, and lectures. It’s open
24/7 and definitely worth checking out both during the day and
in the evenings.
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