TIME.CO, Jakarta – The eyes of the world are now lit Qatara country in the Middle East that will host the 2022 World Cup. The country that borders Saudi Arabia has connections to many destinations around the world making it a busy transit point.
Qatar also has a lot to offer from food, adventure, beaches and dunes to visit. Here are some cool things to do when you go to Qatar:
1. Take a walk on The Corniche and Dhow Doha
A stroll along the Corniche is a great way to spend an afternoon. The seven-kilometer-long promenade stretches across the Persian Gulf on the Western Gulf from the Sheraton Hotel to the Museum of Islamic Art.
Besides enjoying the scenery, tourists can do some exciting activities including flying kites, taking pictures near the pearl shells which are the icon of this place and just ordering a coffee at the coffee bar to simply enjoy the sights of Qatar.
Along this road there are also several sports facilities for the public who want to spend their afternoons exercising. In addition to the numerous activities that can be enjoyed in the afternoon, it is no less interesting at night, where tourists can enjoy an unobstructed view of the city skyline and will be accompanied by an interesting choice of music.
2. Visit the Museum of Islamic Art
When architect IM Pei designed the Museum of Islamic Art, he suggested that it be built on a self-contained island so that no new buildings would get in the way. Located just off the Corniche, this museum appears to float on water from different angles.
Inside the museum are calligraphy, Islamic motifs, jewelery and textiles from three continents. The collection is large, with some items dating from the 7th to the 19th century. The museum also hosts high-profile rotating exhibits throughout the year.
3. Tours to The Pearl Qatar
The Pearl of Qatar spans nearly four million square meters and is an artificial island that can be a place to do many things. There are residential shops, upscale commercial and entertainment stands. One of the highlights of this place is the beautiful Mediterranean-inspired Qnata Quartier. With all the facilities it has, tourists can take a leisurely stroll, shop and eat delicious food.
4. Attend sporting events
Now is the best time to watch football in Qatar. The best national teams in the world compete World Cup 2022 which will be held from 20 November to 18 December 2022. Qatar is preparing optimally to host it by building new stadiums and infrastructure. The enthusiasm of the football-loving community is looking forward to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Outside view of the stadium with fireworks during the opening ceremony of the 2022 Al Bayt World Cup, Al Khor, Qatar November 20, 2022. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed
However, the sporting event is not only from football but many sports that can be witnessed in the country of Qatar. Like the ATP World Tour which stops in the capital every winter, the Qatar Moto Grand Prix, the Superbike World Championship and the Qatar Masters Golf Tournament, which are also annual events. Likewise, Qatar’s traditional racing sports, such as Arabian horse, camel and eagle racing.
5. Enjoy the view of Al Thakira mangroves
One of the most iconic places in the country is Al Thakira Mangrove, this place is a huge area of greenery and water with its own ecosystem in the hot desert.
Rich in birdlife, herons and flamingos have migrated to the region over the years. The best way to experience the mangroves is to rent a kayak and get lost in the greenery.
6. Take a photo at Katara Culture Village
Located on the way to The Pearl, Katara Cultural Village is a jewel of Qatar’s artistic and cultural world. The maze of winding passageways and waterways here is a delight for artists, filmmakers and photographers. Tourists will find a mosque decorated with turquoise and purple mosaics, an open-air amphitheater overlooking the sea, and an opera house home to the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra.
7. See the collection of Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani
This is one Museum the most interesting of Qatar Located 23 kilometers west of Doha, this museum is the private collection of Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani, a successful figure and businessman from Qatar. Sheikh has been collecting various objects since he was 10 years old. He also once built a fort to store seemingly random items collected on his travels, including ancient religious books, textiles, old cigarette packs, even an 18th-century Ottoman bomb. More than 15,000 artifacts fill the halls, and one hall houses traditional pearl boats and vintage American cars.
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