{"id":84,"date":"2019-08-07T16:46:58","date_gmt":"2019-08-07T13:46:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/acs.qa\/?page_id=84"},"modified":"2022-02-03T09:15:20","modified_gmt":"2022-02-03T06:15:20","slug":"discover-qatar","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/acs.qa\/?page_id=84","title":{"rendered":"Discover Qatar"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"84\" class=\"elementor elementor-84\" data-elementor-settings=\"[]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-27733393 elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-min-height elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-items-middle\" data-id=\"27733393\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;,&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4f9f65b\" data-id=\"4f9f65b\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-e415a50 elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"e415a50\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0ab5c60\" data-id=\"0ab5c60\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e336e69 elementor-nav-menu__align-right elementor-nav-menu--indicator-classic elementor-nav-menu--dropdown-tablet elementor-nav-menu__text-align-aside elementor-nav-menu--toggle elementor-nav-menu--burger elementor-widget elementor-widget-global elementor-global-347 elementor-widget-nav-menu\" data-id=\"e336e69\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;layout&quot;:&quot;horizontal&quot;,&quot;toggle&quot;:&quot;burger&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"nav-menu.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<nav role=\"navigation\" class=\"elementor-nav-menu--main elementor-nav-menu__container elementor-nav-menu--layout-horizontal e--pointer-underline e--animation-fade\"><ul id=\"menu-1-e336e69\" class=\"elementor-nav-menu\"><li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-346\"><a href=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/?page_id=82\" class=\"elementor-item\">Venue<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-352\"><a href=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/?page_id=94\" class=\"elementor-item\">Airport Information<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-353\"><a href=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/?page_id=84\" class=\"elementor-item\">Discover Qatar<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-360\"><a href=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/?page_id=73\" class=\"elementor-item\">Visa Information<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-363\"><a href=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/?page_id=92\" class=\"elementor-item\">Qatari Customs &#038; 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Culture<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/nav>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4b5cdefa elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4b5cdefa\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2bb2f4a\" data-id=\"2bb2f4a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ab8b1f7 Content-body-container elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ab8b1f7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\"><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>While in Qatar, take some time and visit some of the many beautiful and fascinating worders of the Middle East. Qatar\u2019s official website of the National Tourism Council is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitqatar.qa\/\">https:\/\/www.visitqatar.qa\/<\/a>. Below are some of the highlights you should venture to visit.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h1><b><strong>The Corniche<\/strong><\/b><\/h1>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":87} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-image-87\" src=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/corniche-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/corniche-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/corniche-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/corniche-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/corniche.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The waterfront promenade encircling Doha Bay, the Doha Corniche is a major thoroughfare and entertainment area of Qatar. Every morning joggers get their exercise, and every evening the Corniche and its connecting park fill with families enjoying the magical downtown lights. Cafes and coffee shops can be found alongside the traditional fishing dhows along the seven-kilometer stretch.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<h1><b><strong>Museum of Islamic Art<\/strong><\/b><\/h1>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":86} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" class=\"wp-image-86\" src=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/mia-1024x678.jpeg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/mia.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/mia-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/mia-768x509.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<figcaption>Photo credit: Qatarchronicle.com<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Nestled on a man made island in the middle of Doha harbor, the stunning I.M. Pei designed museum is a unique storehouse dedicated to all facets of Islamic art. The finest examples of manuscripts, ceramics, and textiles from every Muslim country in the world fill the galleries. Included in the free admission is access to the extensive libraries, along with the best view of the West Bay and the Corniche.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<h1><b><strong>Souq Waqif<\/strong><\/b><\/h1>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":85} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"670\" class=\"wp-image-85\" src=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/souq-1024x670.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/souq-1024x670.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/souq-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/souq-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/souq.jpg 1055w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<figcaption>Credit: Shutterstock\/eFesenko<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Recently restored to its former glory, this major outdoor market is the place to go for tourists and locals alike for spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. Along the narrow alleys filled with varied shops and art galleries and a collection of restaurants representing cuisines from all over the world. The nearby Fanir Islamic Center and its piercing spiral mosque is a great place to learn about Islam and the Arabic people.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<h1><b><strong>Katara<\/strong><\/b><\/h1>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":88} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-image-88\" src=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/katara-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/katara.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/katara-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/katara-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<figcaption>Photo credit: Kempinski Residences<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>An innovative interpretation of the region\u2019s architectural heritage, this purpose-built development\u2019s impressive theatres, galleries and performance venues stage a lively year-round programme of concerts, shows and exhibitions.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Visitors can also find other recreational attractions, including top class restaurants offering a variety of cuisines, and a spacious, well-maintained public beach with water sports. Visitors will also find much to enjoy over a nighttime stroll along the promenade, with its expansive views of Doha\u2019s skyline, as well as a rich array of seaside food stalls and markets.<\/p>\n<h1><b><strong>National Museum of Qatar<\/strong><\/b><\/h1>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":89} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-580\" src=\"http:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/nmoq-300x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"410\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/nmoq-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/nmoq-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/nmoq-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/nmoq.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<figcaption>Photo credit: ERCO.com<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) is dedicated to bringing to life the story of Qatar and its people. It actively gives voice to the nation\u2019s rich heritage and culture and demonstrates Qatar&#8217;s extensive network of ties with other nations and people around the world. Designed to be vibrant and immersive, the museum is a space where diverse communities can come together and experience Qatar\u2019s past, present and future.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<h1><b><strong>The Pearl<\/strong><\/b><\/h1>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":89} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-image-89\" src=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/pearl-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/pearl-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/pearl-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/pearl-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/pearl.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<figcaption>Photo credit: magroswelt<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Over 32 new kilometers of coastline was created when Qatar began building its first artificial island residential area. The Pearl features a large range of luxury villas, apartments, five-star hotels and over two million square meters of international retail, restaurants, cafes and entertainment. Eight other private islands will be for sale to private owners. The Pearl is home to the finest shopping and dining in all of Qatar.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<h1><b>Inland Sea<\/b><\/h1>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":90} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"870\" height=\"580\" class=\"wp-image-90\" src=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/inland.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/inland.jpg 870w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/inland-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/inland-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<figcaption>Photo credit: ExpatWoman.com<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Locally called Khor Al Adaid, this massive inland sea is connected to the Arabian Gulf by a narrow inlet that shares the southern border with Saudi Arabia. Located over an hour&#8217;s drive south of Qatar, an additional half-hour dune bashing through the entrance of the Empty Quarter is required to reach the shallow blue sea. Filled with hammour, small sharks, and porpoises, it is one of the most popular weekend getaways in Qatar.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<h1><b><strong>Al Zubarah Fort<\/strong><\/b><\/h1>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":91} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"376\" class=\"wp-image-91\" src=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/zubarah-1024x376.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/zubarah-1024x376.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/zubarah-300x110.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acs.qa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/zubarah-768x282.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<figcaption>Photo credit: visitqatar.qa<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Located on Qatar\u2019s north-west coast and comprising the immaculately restored Al Zubarah Fort and surrounding 60-hectare archaeological works, this UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the most extensive and best preserved examples of an 18th\u201319th century settlement in the region. It covers the remains of a walled coastal town that once ranked as one of the Gulf\u2019s most important pearl diving and trading centers with links extending to the Indian Ocean. The fort houses a visitor\u2019s center. According to UNESCO, Al Zubarah was one of a long line of prosperous trading towns around the coast in what is present day Qatar.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While in Qatar, take some time and visit some of the many beautiful and fascinating worders of the Middle East. 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