Doha is the capital of Qatar and one of the world’s wealthiest cities. The city has a lot to offer visitors, from iconic architecture to museums and beaches. There are many locations to explore in Doha during your holiday, whether it’s the historical charm of the National Museum of Qatar or adventure sports at Katara Beach. Get to know these beautiful attractions before the world’s biggest sports event, World Cup 2022, arrives.
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Qatar is a country with a fascinating culture, otherworldly scenery, and incredible architecture that must be seen to be believed. Qatar is one of the seven Arab states, located in the Persian Gulf and bordering Saudi Arabia on land. Qatar is a small country, but that doesn’t change the fact that it has a wide range of attractions and a burgeoning tourism economy. Tourist facilities are being built on a daily basis, especially in Doha, the peninsula nation’s capital.
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With all of these in its dish, Qatar has shown that it is fully prepared for the world’s biggest sports event, Qatar World Cup 2022. Let’s discover what’s the capital of Qatar has to offer.
Museum of Islamic Art – Corniche
The Museum of Islamic Art is often regarded as Qatar’s most important cultural landmark, and with good reason: the museum exhibits Islamic art from three continents spanning 1400 years. It has some of the oldest and most valuable artifacts from all across the Middle East within its borders.
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Spend a few hours here and you’ll be able to see a variety of antiquities, calligraphy, ceramics, and much more. You can also see a range of art exhibitions inside the museum, including works by foreign and local artists.
Souq Waqif Street
Walking down the bustling streets of Souq Waqif instantly transports you to another era. The name of the bazaar means “Standing Market” in English.
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Through the merchants’ goods, perfumes, and gorgeous surrounding architecture, the Souq Waqif is an ideal spot to taste, smell, and feel tradition. The Souq’s ambiance is a combination of modern and old. You may eat at elegant restaurants that serve a variety of traditional and regional dishes to suit everyone’s tastes.
Doha Corniche – Doha Bay
A leisurely stroll along the promenade, the Doha Corniche on the West Bay, is a great opportunity to take in the beauties of Doha Bay. Position yourself next to the promenade, close to the Museum of Islamic Art, and take a photo of the skyscrapers from there.
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This is where you’ll find everything you’ll need in the capital. This is one of the nicest places to visit in Doha, with cafes and restaurants for a quick stop between sightseeing and big green spaces for relaxing.
Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum – Al Samriya Street
Art aficionados may be unsure what to visit in Doha, but you will be pleasantly surprised by the art scene there! The Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum (the FBQ Museum for short) collection was conceived as a result of Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani’s interest in art and antiques.
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You can find things from all the way back to the Jurassic period and all the way up to the present day. The museum’s most remarkable feature is the Sheikh’s incredible car collection, which includes over 600 vehicles. Everything is in fantastic functioning order!
Falcon Souq – Al Souq Street
When Qatar was only a wide desert, its inhabitants, the Bedouins, taught falcons to hunt game. Because falconry is such an important part of their history and culture, they continue to make efforts to preserve it. For Middle Eastern culture, falconry has even been added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity List.
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The government has been investing much in Falcon Souq in order to preserve the falconry culture. There are dozens of businesses dedicated to falcons in the Falcon Souq.
Villagio Mall – Al Waab Street
With its gorgeous architecture, luxury brands, and an intriguing selection of shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities, the Villagio Mall easily stands out among the other Doha shopping malls. It is one of Qatar’s most outstanding architectural marvels.
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The mall is well designed and has a unique atmosphere that transports you to Venice, and it is so huge that exploring all of the shops, which range from everyday necessities to high-end luxury items, will take several hours.