5 Places You Should Visit When in Qatar

What comes to mind when you think of beautiful places to visit in Qatar? Definitely not tropical beaches, flower meadows, or snow-capped mountains. Its terrain, after all, is generally flat and sandy, with a few fow hills and a central limestone plateau. But don’t assume the country’s landscape is drab and unexciting. It’s not dull, just different. Indeed, very little is as awe-aspiring as endless stretches of pristine desert sand and rolling dunes glimmering under the sun. If it’s beaches you want, Qatar is never in shortage of those.

From the biggest park in middle east to some top places to visit in Qatar, there are several options of things to do. In fact, Qatar is most popular for its culture and several of sightseeing spots. Here is 5 places of Qatar you should visit :

Souq Waqif

Souq waqif is a marketplace 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 lounge. Although it dates back at least a hundred years, it was renovated in 2006 to conserve its traditional Qatari architectural style. It is often perceived to be the only lasting area in Doha that retains an authentic feel notably in reference to its commerce, architecture and culture. The area is very popular with locals and immigrants like as it offers multiple dining options in same location.

The Pearl Qatar

Located near four square kilometers, the Pearl is multi billion dollar artificial island. It lies 350 meters off Doha’s west bay lagoon and resembles a string of pearls ; Tribute to Qatar pearl diving and trading past. The Pearl has 12 precincts, each unique from one another. Every island has a distinct Mediterranean atmosphere, with cluster of seaside villas yachtlined marinas, pedestrian-friendly piazzas, landscape gardens, and alfresco cafe.

One of the island’s most popular districts is Medina centrale which mimic the charms and nuance of Mediterranean town square, with it gardens, palm tree-lined boulevards, terrace buildings and a lovely fountain. The picturesque Qanat Quartier is another famous section reminiscent of Venice, complete with intricate canals, colorful villas and arched bridges (including replica of Rialto Bridge)

Katara Mosque

Katara Mosque located in the middle of Katara Cultural Village site, where some of stunningly beautiful architecture in Middle East is just waiting to be seen. The design of Katara Mosque is not like the typical mosque in Qatar. The edifice is mosaic of mainly blue tiles, with a glimpse of red and yellow. You will be blown away by the tricky designs and the equally complicated interior. Consorting the mosque are three spike columns elevating from the sky. The contrast between these overcoming structures and the charm of mosaic walls is really attractive.

Banana Island

Banana Island is Qatar answer to the water of bungalow Maldives, the golden sand of Greek Island, and the turquoise water of the Caribbean. Located off the coast of Doha, about 25 minute on a ferry, the 13-hectare island look like it belongs to a different part of the worlds and easy to see why. Its half-mile-long beach feature beach features fine honey-coloured sand, long lines of verdant palm trees and shimmery blue waters.

Banana island is everything you would look for in a luxury resort, including a 300-foot lagoon pool, an exclusive 20-seat movie theater and a spa and wellness centre. There is an extensive selection of lavish overwater villas and high-end hotels, fancy cafe, and world class restaurant including a floating one. Families come here to bond, newly-weds to honeymoon, and day-tripper to escape the flurry of the city.

The National Museum of Qatar

The National Museum of Qatar is a national museum in Doha, Qatar. The museum opened to public on 28 March 2019. The building, which constructed in place of the National Qatar museum, was designed by architect Jean Nouvel who got the inspiration from the desert rose crystal , which can be found in Qatar. The museum site includes Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani’s Palace, which is the heart of the Qatari national identity.

The National Museum of Qatar is so intricate in its design that anybody can thought it mistakenly an origami masterpiece. The white edifice has edgy and bending edges and, on an architecture level seems nearly unattainable.

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