Souq Waqif

#winhkflight Our flight from Doha to Malaysia was delayed and we decided to join the four hour tour organised by Hamad International Airport during our layover in Doha. The experience was immaculate! The tour was easily accessible and seamless, we board on the bus with other tour mates and the tour guide was professional as well! One of the stop, which was Souq Wadif, Bounded by Al-Souq Street and Grand Hamad Street was amazing! It is located in the heart of Doha, Qatar, and it is a historic marketplace that offers visitors a glimpse of the traditional Arabian culture. The alleys were ancient and unique, bustling vibes with stalls selling spices, textiles, handficrafts, food stores. Such an eye opening experience, would recommend if you ever have a longer transit period in Doha! I wish to travel to Hong Kong for the food!

It was good to be back in #doha for a day trip during my last transit through #qatarairways I landed about 7am in the morning at Hammad International Airport Doha, got an Uber to the hotel! Rested for 3 hours and straight went to the first Attraction ~ Souq Waqif, there are so many food options, cultural attractions, local shops for buying souvenirs and to enjoy the traditional food/tea/coffee. After exploring Souq Waqif and having a scrumptious lunch, we walked towards the #dohaharbour to see the high-rise buildings view of the city center, after clicking some pictures there took another Uber to the city center and did some shopping before going back to the airport.

If you are ever in Qatar, this is a must visit tourist attraction! Souq Waqif reflects the rich middle eastern culture one expects, full of magnificent middle eastern buildings and a bustling market filled with spices and items that stops you at every corner. At night, the market comes to life with many locals and foreigners visiting Souq Waqif to purchase goods and visit the many famous restaurants over at the market place. I was fortunate to get my hands on Lebanese and Egyptian food during my visits there and it did not disappoint! All the meats that I ordered (Lamb, Chicken and Beef) were all super tender while the rice that was served was rich in flavor. Hopefully one day I’ll be back! #qatar #Souq Waqif #middle_east

The shining jewel of Qatar, Doha is a multicultural city, home to most of the country's population as well as expatriate communities from a range of origins. Shopping abounds in the city's plentiful malls, while the Corniche impresses visitors with picturesque architecture and dazzling views of the harbor. Doha boasts myriad cultural facilities, including the futuristic Education City and the National Museum. With one of the most stunning skylines anywhere—glass towers twist, turn, and defy gravity—Qatar's capital city of Doha gives an unforgettable first impression. Everything you see was built after 1971, when this former pearl-fishing village became the capital, so it looks like a movie set in the not-too-distant future. The National Museum of Qatar and the Museum of Islamic Art are architectural masterpieces. Soccer is the favorite local sport, closely followed by shopping. There are massive malls filled with luxury-seekers, but don’t miss the simple stalls at Souq Waqif. Outside city limits, Doha dissolves into desert, popular for sandboarding and other sports. On a peninsula extending into the Persian Gulf, Qatar is ringed by snowy white beaches, many an easy drive from Doha. I love Doha QATAR 🇶🇦. best Fifa World Cup presentation is Doha QATAR.

the Souq Waqif Art Centre showcases the works of local and visiting artists, all available for sale. Workshops surround the exhibition space, and it is possible to take an art class or watch artists at work.

It is a must see during a visit in the city of Doha as it is one very old arabian market with old buildings and hundreds of shops that you can find everything from souvenirs to food and even furniture. It is very easy also to visited by metro. The atmosphere is nice and the staff in most shops is very welcoming. Don't forget bargain the prices as you can achive far better prices than the ones you see although some things are a little bit overpriced. The only annoying thing is the thousands of people going around, some of them very rude especially on night time. #givethanks #givethanks

The most worthwhile place for a day trip to the city of Qatar: Wajif Old Market This is the oldest commercial street in the area, should be considered the most grounded place here? The entire market is surrounded by a row of buildings resembling the old city walls. There is almost an hour here, you can hang out, you can buy souvenirs, you can also buy food. There are many souvenir shops in the market. I especially like the exotic lights, which reminds me of the Aladdin lamp when I was a child. Such a shop may be suitable for portraits. The streets of markets are always very lively, but if Ramadan comes here, it is very quiet, leaving only the mottled earth walls and the shadows swaying on the walls, as if telling the ancient history here.

The old market of Vachev is quieter than I thought. I thought it was a lively market. It may be because I came here in the afternoon. It was just that there were not many people outside when it was hot. Doha is like this. Dry, basically no one on the road, in the evening or at night, will come out for a walk, never sleep, I think it is the most appropriate expression here. There are not many people in the market. Occasionally there will be a group of pigeons that suddenly fly up. It always feels very spectacular. In terms of the pigeons, this is the most realistic rhythm of life. Sometimes I will be particularly contradictory. When I walk into the market, many uncles, grandpa will smile at me and talk to me. I just politely smile back, maybe they are not malicious but just passionate, and I am out of friends. Reminder, I had to smile a little. Bird market has gathered a variety of birds, can see a lot of such grandfather sitting and talking and laughing, time is here, it is probably a pleasant time to chat. Regrettably, there is no chance to go to the hunting market, the classic part of the Arab countries, so I have the opportunity to see it later. In the evening, you can choose to feel the coolness of the outside of the restaurant, chat and smoke, so the Arab rhythm begins. Fanar - Qatar Islamic Cultural Center, you can experience the Islamic culture more deeply. When night falls, it will light up and the night scene is very attractive.

If you want to experience an old city, buy perfumes, traditional clothing, ornaments and souvenirs then this is the must see place in Doha, Qatar. #souqwaqif #doha #qatar

#wecreate I recently embarked on a journey to Qatar, a tiny country in the Middle East. I was intrigued to see what this oil-rich country had to offer. I arrived in Doha, the capital of Qatar, and was immediately struck by the juxtaposition of the old and the new. The city is home to traditional Islamic architecture, such as the Grand Mosque, as well as modern skyscrapers and shopping malls. I spent a few days exploring Doha, visiting the Souq Waqif, a traditional marketplace, and the Museum of Islamic Art. I also took a boat ride on the Doha Corniche, a waterfront walkway. One of the highlights of my trip was visiting the desert. I went on a desert safari, which included dune bashing, camel riding, and sandboarding. It was an exhilarating experience! I had a wonderful time in Qatar. It is a country with a rich history and culture, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a unique travel experience.

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