My Trip to Qatar

Doha, capital of the peninsular Persian Gulf country Qatar, is a modern city on Doha Bay. Ringing its downtown waterfront are numerous parks and the Corniche Promenade. On a man-made island, the I.M. Pei–designed Museum of Islamic Art houses an extensive collection from across the Muslim world. At Souq Waqif, a traditional market, vendors offer goods like clothing, crafts and spices.

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Souq Waqif is a souq in Doha, in the state of Qatar. The souq is noted for selling traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. It is also home to dozens of restaurants and Shisha lounges.

The Souq Waqif Art Centre is located close to the Fish Market. The Centre combines a selection of small and artistic shops with a number of exhibition rooms laid out around a long narrow courtyard. Outside the rooms lie sculptures and chests inlaid with turtle shell.

 The souq is considered one of the top tourist destinations within Doha. Thousands of people from across the region frequent it to purchase traditional goods. It hosts several art galleries, events and local concerts.

Damasca Restaurant From the heart of the city of Damascus comes a new concept in the traditional Syrian food industry. Located in Souq Waqif, Damasca One has a 450 seats capacity. 

A modern concept gathering the fragrant of the past and the spirit of the present, away from traditional common Syrian restaurants.

The Pearl-Qatar in Doha, Qatar, is an artificial island spanning nearly four million square metres. It is the first land in Qatar to be available for freehold ownership by foreign nationals. As of January 2015, there are 12,000 residents.

Katara Cultural Village

Meander through the alleyways of Katara Cultural Village in the early evening and take in the numerous art galleries along the way. Stop off at le Vesuvio, the French-Italian restaurant, for dinner on the terrace under the stars with fantastic food and friendly service, as you look out onto the Arabian Gulf. Once you’re done – hold the dessert – take a stroll along the corniche, by the ocean and beneath the moonlight, and pick up a gelato from La Gelateria Fina or a cupcake at Red Velvet Cupcakery. Finally, finish your evening off at Chac’Late, the homegrown brand with the Parisian touch, and order a wonderfully aromatic, steaming cup of hot chocolate.

Villaggio Mall is a shopping mall located in the Aspire Zone in the west end of Doha, the capital city of Qatar

Villaggio is nice Mall to visit with Venice style and a lot of brand. Also Boat ride inside the Mall is gives the experience new spectrum.

 Kiddie Boat : Strap on your leather helmet. Pull down your goggles and prepare for the ride of your life. Enjoy the breath- taking view from this classic boats. Sometimes where you're going doesn't matter;it is how you get there!We guarantee once you've finished this ride you'll share your experience with all your adventurous friends.

The Museum of Islamic Art is a museum located on the Corniche in the Qatari capital Doha. The iconic building was designed by architect I. M. Pei.

Facilities : A 280,000 m² park is located behind the main building. Facilities inside the 5-storey museum include a gift shop, a library, classrooms and a 200-seat theater.^[1] There are also prayer rooms and ablution facilities inside the museum building for all Muslim visitors. Other facilities include IDAM, a high class restaurant offering French Mediterranean cuisine with Arabic elements.

The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) represents Islamic art from three continents over 1,400 years. Its collection includes metalwork, ceramics, jewellery, woodwork, textiles and glass, obtained from three continents and dating from the 7th to the 19th century. The artifacts come from both the secular and religious aspects of diverse worlds, all of which are connected by their profession of Islam, but many of which are non-religious in nature.

The museum houses a collection of works gathered since the late 1980s, including manuscripts, textiles and ceramics. It is one of the world’s most complete collections of Islamic artifacts, with items originating in Spain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Turkey, India, and Central Asia.

During my Business trip to Doha i stayed At Doha  Marriott  Hotel ,  its  located close to the airport, the service is relatively good and its got a beach. But that  pretty much it on the plus side. Its old, in need of a refurbishment, has got no charm, rooms are large but old. Bathrooms are out of style and not nice at all.

 Main Lobby 

 Pool View 

Beach Views

 Restaurant