Only Qatar can offer such Exclusive Attractions to Global Tourists

Qatar is more than just an attraction; it is one of the most exciting places to visit. Countless people follow it because of the famous Al-Jazeera Media Network. Sports lovers know this place for the grand event of FIFA World Cup 2022. Qatar is famous worldwide for its extraordinary progress and development that does not cease to amaze humanity globally.

This beautiful country is considered one of the top trend setting countries in so many ways. We will discuss some of them today.

FALCON SOUQ:

Despite being the most expensive bird, the falconry is considered a national obsession in Qatar.  Falconry is the ancient tradition in the Middle East passed from generations to generations. The average price of Falcon begins from 5000 $ to 20,000$ and the rate goes even higher according to the skills and level of a falcon.

The Souq is a market famous for its unique trained Falcons along with a diverse variety of accessories related to Falcon.

There is also a hospital named after the Falcon known as “Falcon Souq Qatar”. The hospital is committed to provide all kinds of medical facilities to falcons including x-ray machines, incubators, ward, and surgery units for injured falcons.

Hospital also provides falcon’s routine checkup, nail trimming, feather care and other facilities. In Souq, as a tourist you can further explore Arabic Art, relaxing restaurants along with market places for shopping like clothes, jewelry and other stuff.

EXCLUSIVE PLACES TO VISIT WITH OUTDOOR AIR CONDITIONER ENVIRONMENT:

Qatar is considered as a home to a number of places that have been transformed from a desert into the most desirable destinations for visitors throughout the year. Qatar has maintained its global reputation for making buildings with beautiful architecture along with stunning unique features. Above all, by adding an outdoor air-conditioned environment, they provide exclusivity which is a rare experience to explore anywhere in the world except Qatar. 

1) AL-GHARAFA PARK:

In 2021, Qatar opened the first ever park with outdoor air-conditioned jogging, cycling, and pedestrian tracks. This exclusive park serves around 3000 visitors daily of all age groups.

2) OXYGEN PARK:

Oxygen Park is a multi-purpose space created to provide fresh breathers to the students and visitors of Education City by Qatar Foundation. Lush green pathways along with outdoor air-conditioned facilities, provides a beautiful atmosphere to enjoy nature in a cool environment. Mondays and Tuesdays are restricted for women visitors only. 

3) AL-HAZM MALL:

Al-Hazm Mall is a luxurious mall which has a lot to offer to its visitors but the thing which multiplies its attraction is the Air-Conditioned outdoor open area to enjoy the natural atmosphere outside the mall in a cool environment and can be visited even in the afternoon even on hot days. This beautiful mall is an eye-catching blend of European architectural masterpiece along with Arabian hospitality.

There are many exclusive things that you will observe once you enter the surroundings of this mall. The beautiful water fountains along with the historical Olive Trees which are brought from Spain and Italy. These olive trees have their own history of around 600 to 700 years.

Secondly, the chocolate is an ideal place for chocolate lovers along with countless outdoor restaurants and cafes that provide a cool atmosphere. Once you enter the mall, you will find countless fashion brands, almost every luxurious brand is listed in the mall.  Apart from that, you will find the most exotic and exclusive perfumes along with a lavish collection of cosmetics, sun glasses, jewelry and a lot more. Some exclusively designed lavish restaurants provide your exclusive atmosphere to enjoy your meal with your family. Some of them include Takht-Jamshid Nagar (Persian restaurant), Belgravia Restaurant (European Restaurant), Le train Bleu (French Restaurant), Rosemary Café (Pink Cafe).

Last but not the least, your visit to Al-Hazm Mall is incomplete without visiting the Al-Hazm Library. This library is a home to some of the most valuable collections of texts, novels, fictions, biographies or autobiographies and much more for all the literature lovers.

BANANA ISLAND:

Just a 20 minutes boat ride from Doha will take you to one of the best man made islands of the world. The island takes you away from the hustle and bustle life of the city towards the calm and dream destination with almost every luxury you can dream for your vacations with your family.

The crescent shaped Banana Beach welcomes you with beautiful golden sandy beach along with luxurious hotels, golf clubs, tennis courts, fitness centre, sauna, Jacuzzi and a 20-seat cinema along with some romantic restaurants at beach view. These restaurants look stunningly beautiful at the time of sunset.

This sunset view is an ideal location for shooting a romantic movie or romantic song video. All in all, being one of the most expensive places, this Island maintains the highest level of standards to provide best service to the global tourists in order to make their visit a memorable one.  

ACCORDING TO THE AUTHOR/NATIVE KHOLOUD FROM QATAR:

KATARA CULTURAL VILLAGE:

Katara is one of the must visit destinations in Doha as far art, culture and architecture is concerned. At Katara, you will find a beautiful Gold Mosque facing the Amphitheatre. The most eye-catching thing about this Mosque is that it is covered with gold titling which shines when the sunlight falls on it.

The Amphitheatre itself is a beautiful place to visit in Katara which has capacity to accommodate around 5000 spectators. This beautiful Amphitheatre resembles classical Greek Style Amphitheatre and also reflects Islamic influences.

Other places to visit in Katara are the beautiful art galleries along with Al-Thuraya Planetarium. 

QATARI CUISINE:

MAKBOOS:

When it comes to food, Makboos is a well-known rich dish prepared along with chicken or lamb preferably. Makboos is similar to Kabsa. This dish is famous all over the Arab world with slight variation from region to region.

ARABIC COFFEE WITH DATES:

Arabic coffee is considered as an important part of Qatari hospitality. This delicious Arabic Coffee is traditionally served with dates to the guests as a welcoming gesture during family functions, social gatherings, festivals and special occasion.

MADROOBA:

Madrooba is a famous dish in Qatar and it is prepared almost in every second home particularly in the Holy Month of Ramadan. It is made from mashed beans in a buttery and creamy porridge, along with wheat, onions, tomatoes, oil, and special spices. Each place has its own unique recipe with slight changes to create variety in the taste.

KARAK TEA:

Karak tea also famous as “Karak Chai” all over Qatar. The word ‘Karak’ means strong and the word “Chai” means Tea. There is a saying in Qatar that a day remains incomplete without having at least one cup of Karak Tea.  This tea is prepared by mixing black tea with a combination of milk, sugar and aromatic herbs and spices.

This tea is considered as a famous drink in many Qatari Restaurants like Al Naimi Cafeteria, Al Bandar at the Corniche, Tea Time, Baba Chapatea and many more.  Whenever you visit Qatar as a tourist, you should try Karak Tea at least once and you will never able to resist yourself to drink it again and gain.

HAREES:

Haress is a famous Qatari cuisine prepared from mashed wheat and chicken. This dish is similar to the dish in Oman but only the difference is that Omani Harees is prepared with rice instead of wheat.

SHASHUKA:

Shashuka is a simple but a famous dish in Qatar prepared from gently poached eggs in a delicious tomato and pepper sauce. It is also famous as a breakfast food in many parts of Arabia.

LQEEMAT:

Lqeemat is a special dessert which is made from a classic dough without sugar. The mini dough balls are cooked.  Then, sweetness is added later on from the honey syrup or date syrup or sugar syrup. 

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