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Escape the Ordinary - to Scape’s Extraordinary,

Glittering skyline, iconic museums, shimmering coast, golden beaches, historic monuments, vast desert oases, majestic Inland sea vistas, futuristic architecture, ritzy shopping malls, timeless Middle Eastern bazars and myriad of engaging activities to do in and around Doha makes the charming Arab nation of Qatar an exciting destination for visitors of all age groups.

Here TBO Academy takes the valued agent partner on a thrilling journey of exploration in a destination which offers a window to the past and a glimpse into the future with famed Arabian hospitality.

ICONIC MUSEUMS

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Iconic Museums:

01. Museum of Islamic Art (MIA):

Opened in 2008, MIA is an offshore museum located on the southern end of Doha bay and is the spectacular centrepiece of Qatar’s cultural offering. Designed by Pritzker prize winning and Louvre Pyramid fame renowned architect ‘I.M.Pei’ with an interior designed by ‘Jean-Michel Wilmotte’. it stands out as an architectural gem highlighting the cultural vision of the State of Qatar, both in the region and across the world.

Museum Highlights:

- The museum building blends elements of classic Islamic architecture and modern design involving geometric patterns. Creamy limestone was used for the outer facades of the building which captures hourly changes in light and shade. The use of arches and water features is central to Islamic design and the museum has city skyline in the background.

- The main building consists of five floors, the main dome and the central tower. The five floors are covered by a glass façade and provide panoramic view of the Persian Gulf.

- The interior of the building is adorned by objects of Islamic arts including the large metallic chandelier hung over the lobby.

- The museum houses one of the most comprehensive collections featuring over 14 centuries of Islamic art from three continents besides masterpieces from around the world representing the diversity found in Islamic heritage.

- The collection includes Islamic artifacts, manuscripts, jewellery, ceramics, metalwork, woodwork, textiles and glass.

- The museum holds exhibitions, behind-the-scenes gallery tours, special events and lectures.

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02. National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ):

Opened in 2019, ‘NMoQ’ is located at the beginning of Doha Corniche and incorporates the restored palace of Shk. Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani. Innovatively designed by award winning architect ‘Atelier Jean Nouvel’, the building’s dramatic shape is inspired by the desert rose – a mineral formation created when minerals crystallize below the surface of a salt basin into an array of flat plates resembling rose petals.

Museum Highlights:

- A series of colliding discs form the external shell supported by a steel frame that spans an insulated waterproof structure interlocking the disks which are clad in glass-fibre reinforced concrete with a sandy hue that evokes the desert landscape. Gaps between the discs accommodate frameless glass openings that provide views towards the courtyard, the museum and the nearby Doha bay.

- Visitors can explore 11 interconnected galleries chronicling the history of Qatar in three interrelated themes ‘Beginnings, Life in Qatar and Building the Nation’. The galleries are both informative and immersive offering audio-visual displays, artefacts, architectural elements, heritage household and travelling objects, decorative arts, textiles, costumes, historical documents and jewellery.

- Amongst the must-see exhibits are the stunning ‘Pearl Carpet of Baroda’ encased with 1.5 million Arabian Gulf pearls, sapphires, rubies, emeralds and diamonds, ‘Al Zubarah Quran’ the oldest Quran created in Qatar and the restored palace of Shk. Abdullah Al Jassim Al Thani making this museum a ‘must visit on any visitor’s itinerary.

03. Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art:

Considered to be one of the most important cultural attractions in Qatar, the museum opened in 2010 and is housed in a former school building in Education City on the outskirts of Doha and was redesigned as a museum by French architect ‘Jean Francois Bodin’.

Museum Highlights:

- The museum provides a uniquely Arab perspective on contemporary art and is the first institution of its kind in the region.

- The works on display narrate the story of the Arab world and is presented through different art forms from paintings to mixed media to sculptures.

- The museum houses more than 9000 works from the mid-19th century to the present day by Arab artists from countries and regions connected to Arab Peninsula and as well of artists from Africa, Asia and Europe.

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04. Sheikh Faisal Bin Qasim Al Thani Museum (FBQ):

This privately owned museum opened in 1998 is located about 20 kms. from Dohain in the locality of ‘Al Shahaniya’. Built with coral stone with traditional turrets it is housed in a grand fort at ‘Samriya Farms’. The museum preserves Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani’s private collection of artifacts.

Museum Highlights:

- It is broadly divided into four sections, ‘Islamic Art, Coins and Currency, Vintage Vehicles and Qatar Heritage’.

- The museum houses more than 15000 items and this superb collection features artifacts from the Jurassic age (dinosaur skull and fossils) up to the present day.

- There are 15 halls in the museum exhibiting a cornucopia of artifacts of which 8 halls display Islamic artworks including Islamic manuscripts, a hall showcasing verses of Holy Quran, Islamic paintings and textiles. The vehicles section has more than 600 vintage automobiles, motorbikes and bicycles. In coins and currency section exhibits include silver and gold coins from pre-Islamic era and contemporary currencies of several countries. The Qatari heritage section displays a wide range of artifacts including traditional dhows, pearling equipment, Bedouin handicraft, over 700 handwoven carpets, traditional Syrian home reassembled onsite, desert roses, saddles, looms, doors, windows just to mention a few.

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05. Mushaireb Museums:

Opened in 2015 are four historic heritage houses in the heart of Mushaireb downtown (the oldest part of Doha) namely ‘Bin Jelmood House, Company House, Mohammed Bin Jassim House and Radwani House showcasing the history of Qatar.

Highlights of Mushaireb Museums Cluster:

i. Bin Jelmood House: is the former residence of a slaver and charts the history of the global slave trade with particular regard to the Indian Ocean region. It examines slavery in all its forms along with its social and economic impact including shedding light on the historic importation of slaves through Zanzibar who did pearl diving for their masters. This interesting museum offers engaging audio-visual content including testimonials by descendants of slaves and has an onsite library for learning and research.

ii. Mohammed Bin Jassim House: was built by the son of the founder of Qatar. This museum focuses on the transformation of ‘Mushaireb’ over time recalling the past while looking to the future by highlighting the sustainable aspect of the downtown development project. In this house visitors will find some very interesting information of the firsts in Doha ‘the first street in Doha to have electricity, the first modern school, the first pharmacy, the first hotel and should watch the video which showcasing the evolution of ‘Mushaireb downtown’. The museum also houses the ‘Echo Memory Project’ which has objects uncovered during reconstruction of the site.

iii. Company House: was one time headquarters of Qatar’s first oil company recounts the story of the people, challenges and tools involved in the discovery of oil and the birth of petroleum industry that shaped modern Qatar’s identity. Visitors can see objects that oil pioneers used during exploration – generators, radios, telephones, calculators, and maps.

iv. Radwani House: is a restored Qatari traditional house offering an insight into family life in Qatar in days gone by and how things transformed with the discovery of oil ushering in prosperity and modern conveniences. Visitors will see inside the house and will learn what a typical Qatari house courtyard looked like, will view personal belongings, old household items and objects uncovered during excavation here.

CULTURAL VILLAGES

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Cultural Village

06. Katara Cultural Village:

Is located on West Bay north of downtown Doha. Opened in 2010 it is a true haven for Arabic arts and culture from both Qatar and the Middle East while keeping pace with the emerging global culture that emphasizes the importance of diversity in human development.

Inspiration for name – since 150 A.D. ‘Catara’ was the first and most ancient name designated for Qatar Peninsula in geographic and historical maps drawn by the likes of ‘Claudius Ptolemaeus’ or in the 2nd century A.D. in the historical atlas of Islam and later in an 18th century French map. The name for cultural village was chosen to revive Qatar’s old name and uphold the connect to its ancient heritage.

Highlights of Katara Cultural Village:

Entering ‘Katara’ is like stepping into a bygone era. Being the largest and the most multidimensional cultural project of Qatar this cultural hotspot has a lot to offer to its visitors.

Amphitheatre: located at the heart of ‘Katara’ is inspired by the classic Greek theatre concept with elements of Islamic architecture and has a seating capacity of 5000 persons. It is renowned for holding spectacular world class events.

Katara Mosque: is an architectural gem designed by the famous Turkish mosque designer ‘Zeynep Fadil Oglu’. The exterior of the mosque has turquoise and purple patterned tiles while the interiors are elegantly designed with intricate ornaments and wooden features.

The Opera: is home to Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra. The building architecture is a blend of modern and traditional Islamic designs and over the years has become a preferred hub for leading artists and musicians. It can seat 550 guests.

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The Pigeon Towers: is an intriguing showpiece of ‘Katara’ constructed with brick, lime and gypsum. These towers are 18 metres in height and punctuated with holes and perches, can house 14000 pigeons at a time and are designed to collect pigeon droppings which make up fertilizer for local farms.

The Golden Mosque: is one of the most spectacularly designed mosques in Doha and its exterior is decorated with extremely small golden chips done in Ottoman style. The mosque offers religious programs and lectures by renowned Islamic scholars and advanced courses in Quran memorization.

Katara Beach: is a beautiful natural sandy beach of Qatar which spans over 1.5 kms. offering family friendly activities and water-sports on paid basis. Major events like ‘Dhow festival, European Jazz Festival and exhibition on Falconry’ have been organized here as well.

Arab Postal Stamp Museum: exhibits a multi-themed stamp collection of 22 Arab countries. The philatelic museum showcases through stamps ancient civilization, leaders of the Arab world, flora, fauna, costumes, horses, sports and architecture.

Al Thuraya Planetarium: is a first of its kind in Qatar and edutainment for children, families and astronomy enthusiasts. Named after ‘Thuraya – a cluster of 7 bright stars. The immersive shows focus on providing factual and in-depth details about our universe.

Dining at Katara Cultural Village: ‘Katara’ is a beacon of multiculturalism, heritage and the arts in Qatar and likewise it offers its visitors cuisines from around the globe in finest international restaurants namely ‘Al Jazeera Media Café, Khan Farouk Tarab, Le Vesuvio, L’wzaar Seafood Market, Mamig Armenian, Red Velvet, Saffron Lounge, Sukar Pasha, La Gelataria Fina and Ard Canan to name some.

EQUESTRIAN CENTERS/DOHA CORNICHE

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Others

07. Al Shaqab Equestrian Centre:

Is located in ‘Al Shagub’ district near education city in Doha. It was founded in 1992 by Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, the then ruler of Qatar. It is now part of Qatar Foundation and aims to preserve the historical legacy and traditions of Arabian horses.

Highlights of Al Shaqab:

- It is world’s leading, equine education centre and home to 700 horses where they are cared for, pampered and trained.

- it has a breeding and show centre, dressage stables, endurance stables, Emiri stables, show jumping stables, indoor and outdoor arenas, riding academy, equine exercise centre with state-of-the-art facilities like horse treadmills, motorized walking pens, air-conditioned equine hydrotherapy and equine Jacuzzis.

- The centre has produced world champion stallions like ‘Gazal Al Shaqab, Marwan Al Shaqab and Al Adeed Al Shaqab’.

- The centre also hosts prestigious equestrian international events like ‘Chi Al Shaqab and Longines Global Champions Tour’.

For visitors interested in enjoying once-in-a-lifetime close encounters with magnificent pure bred Arabian horses, guided visits can be arranged through tour operators and hotel concierge.

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08. Doha Corniche:

Is crescent shaped and a 7 kms. long public pedestrian area covering the Doha bay which stretches from Sheraton hotel to the Museum of Islamic Art.

Highlights of Doha Corniche:

- The best time to visit is late afternoon during winters for an enjoyable stroll with many photo ops including that at the pearl monument.

- Fitness machines are installed along the way for public use.

- Enjoy spectacular views of the West Bay and for a mesmerizing view of the city’s impressive skyline visitors should take a Dhow trip.

THEME PARKS

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Theme Parks:

09. Angry Birds World Entertainment Park:

Is world’s first ‘Angry Birds Theme Park’ is housed in the Doha Festival city, is an ideal place for wholesome family fun. This park is inspired by the popular digital game ‘Angry Birds’ has over 20 attractions which promises to take visitors on a rollicking adventure with the colourful birds for company.

Highlights of Angry Birds World Park:

- The facility has attractions indoor and outdoor like ‘Super Slingshot’ that can catapult a person 60 metres in the air, ‘Epic Battle’ is a laser tag game, ‘Blast Bomb’ a drop and twist tower that features free fall motion from a height of 11 metres, ‘Fierce Fight’ a ropes course challenge, ‘The Big Tree’ offers children and adults an edutainment experience, ‘Own The Sky’ a 106 metre zip-line adventure that allows participants to cut through the air at rip roaring speeds.

- Other attractions include a trampoline park, karting track, roller glider, arcade games, interactive kids play area and food outlets.

10. Snow Dunes:

Is Qatar’s first Arabian themed indoor snow park in the world located in Doha Festival City.

Highlights of Snow Dunes:

- It has 9 exciting attractions very popular with locals and visitors like ‘Dune Dash – longest slide in the park that reaches a speed of 50 kms. per hour, White Dunes – dune bashing through snowy hillocks, Snow Slide, Snow Motion and others for families to have a great time out.

- Due sub-zero temperatures snow gear is provided by the facility.

*Other attractions of note in Doha are Museum of Illusions, Bounce Inc. (trampoline facility), Gondolania Theme Park, Doha Fort, Al Barzan watchtowers. Outside Doha visit Al Wakrah Fort and Wakrah Souq (20 kms from Doha), Aqua Park Qatar (32 kms from Doha on Salwa Road) and the largest theme park in Qatar ‘Desert Falls Water & Adventure Park’ (part of Hilton Salwa Resort development, located approximately 86 kms) south-west of Doha just opened end May’21.

OUTDOORS OF QATAR

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Outdoors of Qatar – Outstanding Experiences Await:

For those visitors who want to experience the majesty of nature, love the thrill of adventure, crave for rush of adrenalin and love to lead a pro-active life Qatar has much to offer – a stunning desert landscape, intriguing mangroves, historic forts, interesting rock carvings, a more than three hundred thousand years old cave for caving, exhilarating rock climbing, a biosphere reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site, exciting water-based activities and breath-taking aerial tours. Share these amazing sights with your valued clients and assist them in exploring Qatar better.

11. Bir Zekreet:

Also known as ‘Ras Abrouq’ is a small town with fascinating surroundings. Located about 80 kms. from Doha city in ‘Dukhan Peninsula’, Its name is derived from the Arabic word ‘Zikra’ meaning memories in English.

Highlights of Bir Zekreet Area:

i. Zekreet Fort: dates back to 18th century was initially built as a simple square without towers and later on four towers were added but never completed. Visitors can also view the remains of ‘Madabes’ where people historically pressed dates to harvest their juice.

ii. East-West/West-East by Richard Serra: installed in 2014 is now a famous landmark admired by visitors and locals was done by American artist Richard Serra are breath-taking sculptures located between the gypsum cliffs in ‘Brouq Nature Reserve’ comprise of four precisely aligned steel plates spanning over a kilometre.

iii. Zekreet Rock Formations: is a unique desert landscape and a sight to behold. This area is dominated by large escarpments with pillars and mushroom-like limestone formations which is the work of strong winds blowing away softer sedimentary rock leaving behind the harder limestone rocks. It is a popular place during daytime with visitors and rock climbers but also at night with stargazers and astrophotography enthusiasts.

iv. Qatar’s own Hollywood – Film City: n the desert of ‘Brouq’ surrounded by salt flats and bizarre rock formations and not far from the sea nestled behind a canyon is a contemporary recreation of a classic Arab village from a bygone era, which is entirely deserted. The film city was built for an Arabic TV series called ‘Eyaal Al Theeb – Sons of the Wolf’ along with another settlement nearby called ‘mystery village’ which features a famous mushroom shaped rock-pillar with a hut on top. In the serene surroundings visitors can walk and explore the area and avail some great photo ops of the Camels, Arabian Oryx, Ostriches and spectacular scenery.

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12. Al Zubarah:

Is located 105 kms. from Doha in ‘Al Shamal’. The fortified coastal town of ‘Al Zubarah’ flourished as a trading and pearling centre in the late 18th and early 19th centuries and had trading links with the Indian Ocean, Arabia and Western Asia before being destroyed and later abandoned due to wars. It bears a unique testimony to the human interaction with both the sea and the harsh desert environment of the region and is one of the best-preserved examples of an 18th -19th century merchant town in the region.

Highlights of Al Zubarah:

i. Al Zubarah Archaeological Site: inscribed in 2013, is Qatar’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site’ and the largest, most substantial heritage site in the country. It comprises of a walled settlement - with remains of traditional courtyard style houses, ruined fortified buildings, mosques and a souq. an archaeological site and a visitor’s centre displaying pieces of pottery, coins from West Africa, Chinese Porcelain, ivory objects, cooking pots, ‘Madabi’s – date presses’, ancient graffiti depicting merchant ships used for trading in Indian Ocean and semi-precious stones.

ii. Al Zubarah Fort: located adjacent to the walled coastal town of ‘Al Zubarah’ was an eminent historic military fortress built by Sheikh Abdullah Bin Jassim Al Thani in 1938 to protect Qatar’s north-west coast. The fort’s walls were constructed of coral stone and limestone, the roof with compressed mud, has four towers three of which were circular geared with variety of defence arrangements while the fourth tower is rectangular with slits through which stones, boiling water or oil could be dropped on attackers at the base of the defensive wall. Eight rooms were constructed to accommodate the soldiers and external staircases were made of wood to climb up the fort’s floors and roof besides a well which was the source of fresh drinking water. Today the fort has been transformed into a museum where visitors can view artifacts from pearl diving era.

13. Dahl Al Misfir (Cave of Light):

Located 40 kms. west of Doha in ‘Rawdat Rasid’ is a geological wonder believed to have formed more than three hundred thousand years ago and is one of Qatar’s most exciting natural sites.

Highlights of Dah Al Misfir Cave:

- Its depth is estimated to be 40 metres deep and it is considered the largest and deepest accessible caves in Qatar.

- Known for emitting a moon-like glow, this phosphorescence is due to gypsum deposits found in the peninsula which give rise to a geological phenomenon known as ‘desert roses – clusters of roughly rose shaped crystals of gypsum’.

- Visitors can see different kinds of rocks and sediments, nesting birds and at times rare sightings of a desert fox or a hedgehog.

*Appropriate footwear, comfortable warm clothing is required as it gets cold as one goes down the cave and small children should not be part of this excursion.

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14. Khor Al Adaid – Inland Sea (Experience the Qatar Desert – where Desert meets the Sea):

Is located 60 kms. southeast from Doha. An enormous pool of shallow, salty water lies within a great expanse of sun-kissed sand dunes that was once a safe haven for 19th century pirates. The area presents a remarkable landscape formed by a globally unique combination of geological and geomorphological features which have created a diverse scenery of exceptional natural beauty.

Highlights of Inland Sea:

- It is recognized by UNESCO as Qatar’s largest natural reserve.

- Inland sea is a se inlet of the Persian Gulf where the sea together with the large tidal embayment spills into the desert. Due to low rainfall and high temperatures, the water is saltier than the nearby Gulf and the encroachment of hypersaline waters into the desert gave birth to a unique ecosystem both above and below water.

- The reserve is home to wildlife, marine life and vegetation alike. Visitors can enjoy spotting sea turtles, flamingos, desert foxes, Arabian oryx, camels, dugongs, ospreys, fossils of gastropods, sea worms and more.

- For a truly authentic desert experience visitors can avail thrilling half day, full day and overnight camping safari trips with activities like camel rides on soft sand, dune bashing in in 4x4, sand boarding, photo ops of a magical desert sunset and sunrise and quad bike rides in the desert.

15. Al Khor– Purple Island:

also known as ‘Jazirat bin Ghanim’ is an island located in ‘Shaqiq bay’,50 kms. northeast of Qatar in the municipality of ‘Al Khor’.

Highlights of Purple Island:

- It has an archaeological site dating to 2nd millennium B.C. Over the centuries it was used as a trading port, fishing and pearl-diving spot.

- There are two theories as to how this island got its name – excavations have revealed a shell heap containing over two million individual crushed shells of the sea snail ‘thois savignyi’ along with large ceramic vats which were used to produce a purple dye about three thousand years ago. Second theory is that it got its name owing to the purple hued flowers that grow there.

- Al Thakhira Mangrove: located next to the Purple Island is known to be the largest forest of mangrove trees in Qatar. Mangroves is a unique ecosystem both above and below water and attracts migratory birds, numerous types of fish and crustaceans.

- Visitors can enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of the island, do bird watching, spot a variety of marine animals, see low limestone cliffs and experience serenity kayaking through the natural channels of the forest and experience a sunset or sunrise if camping overnight.

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16. Al Jassasiya Rock Carvings:

Located 60 kms. northeast of Doha is one of the few places where visitors can find ‘petroglyphs – collection of rare and amazing signs carved on stone’. These carvings were first reported by a Danish archaeologist Peter Glob, then were studied from 1964 onwards and were surveyed and recorded by Hans Kapel in 1974.

Highlights of Al Jassasiyah Rock Carvings:

- A total of 874 limestone carvings have been recorded.

- The carvings depict fish, rosettes, stars, cups in rows, ostriches, scorpions, quadrupeds, round holes and various kinds of Dhow boats. These Qatari archaeological features are a matter of speculation for historians still.

- Visitors can also hike to view the beautiful rock scenery and sunrise and sunset are the best times for a visit.

17. Al Maha Sanctuary – Arabian Oryx Breeding Centre:

Is located in ‘Al Shahaniya’ area 41 kms. from Doha. The word ‘Al Maha’ means oryx in Arabic. These statuesque milky white antelopes with their curved horns once roamed the depths of the desert and have a remarkable resilience to the harsh desert climate. It came close to extinction due to overhunting for its meat and also the Bedouins believed their horns acted as a powerful aphrodisiac. Today due to the success of the breeding programme there are more than 1000 oryx at the centre and breeding.

*to visit the Al Maha sanctuary prior permission is to be sought from Ministry of Environment which can be arranged by the local tour operator booking the tour. This trip can be combined with camel races which are also held in ‘Al Shahaniya’ in the racing season.

AERIAL ADVENTURES IN QATAR

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18. Aerial Adventures in Qatar:

For those adventure seeking visitors who want to have a top view of Qatar, the following adventures will set the tone and the pulse racing.

i. Tandem Skydive: is for first time jumpers to experience the thrill of skydiving. Take an exhilarating jump from high above and be in a free fall for one minute and the instructor will operate the parachute for five minutes for the diver to admire the scenery above as one gently lands at the drop zone. It is done with an experienced instructor using a parachute specially built for two with a harness connected to the instructor from start to finish.

ii. Hot Air Balloon Ride: experience Qatar from a new breath-taking perspective and watch an unforgettable sunrise from your basket as the hot air balloon ascends in the air offering a mesmerizing 350 degrees panorama from high in the sky.

iii. Aerial Sightseeing: can be done in a helicopter or a light aircraft for durations ranging from 35 minutes to 60 minutes from take-off to landing. The flight covers north Qatar, Education city, Aspire zone Khalifa stadium and old airport.

iv. Paratriking: is another amazing option to discover Qatar from high-up. ‘Paratrike’ is a powered paraglider that has three wheels with a propeller and a motor at the back and is operated by a professional pilot. Visitors can choose a 20 minutes (up to 500 feet) session over ‘sealine’ or a 45 minutes (up to 1000 feet) session over inland sea where the sea meets the sand offering unmatched views from the top.

Marine Tour

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19. Scuba Diving:

Qatar is blessed with warm waters, good underwater visibility, spectacular dive sites and rich marine life making it an ideal dive destination for novice to advanced recreational divers. The northern seaside of Qatar is now the largest whale shark gathering zone in the world and interestingly ninety five percent of coloured fishes found in its waters are edible. Some of the best dive sites in Qatar are desert shore dive sites like ‘Othman and Zeytuna Reefs’. Most offshore dive sites come in the form of wrecks ‘artificial human created reefs’ like ‘New Club Reef, GMC Reef’ which consists of sunken old cars and vans, dhows and sunken tugs like ‘Pericles Wreck and MO Wreck. These dive sites attract a lot of marine life like turtles, whale sharks, rays, colourful bennies, tuna, flabellinas (marine gastropod molluscs), nudibranchs and much more to view underwater.

There PADI certified Dive centres located in Doha which offer guided diving trips and if required divers can rent the diving gear as well from these centres.

Golfing in Qatar

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20. Golf Courses in Qatar:

i. Doha Golf Club: Was one of the first grass golf course built in 1997 in the Middle East is located in ‘Al Egla’ north of west bay. It is an 18-hole par 72 championship golf course. It was designed with eight strategically positioned lakes, 65 imported giant cacti, more than ten thousand green trees, numerous limestone formations and lush fairways. Other facilities include a 300 yards driving range, indoor teaching studio, golf academy and a clubhouse. Doha Golf Club has hosted 22 editions of the prestigious European Tour’s – Qatar Masters tournament.

ii. Education city Golf Club: Opened in 2018 is an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Jose Maria Olazabal. It also comprises a range of short game formats – a 6- hole championship course, a floodlit 9-hole course, a centre of excellence for learning the game, a TrackMan range and a restaurant at the clubhouse.

iii. Dukhan Golf Club: Is located about 84 kms. from Doha in Dukhan township. It is Qatar’s oldest golf club established in 1940s. It is a 18-hole par 72 golf course, the fairways are sand and one has to carry a piece of portable astro-turf mat to take the shot from tee (concrete) to fairway brown (sand). The facilities at Dukhan GC include a practise range, club house, lounge area, change rooms, kitchen and BBQ area.

*Please note that aforementioned golf courses welcome visitors wishing to learn or play golf and tee-times can be booked through your service provider.

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DOHA CITY ATTRACTIONS

ICONIC MUSEUMS

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CULTURAL VILLAGES

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THEME PARKS

OUTDOORS OF QATAR

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AERIAL ADVENTURES IN QATAR

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