Qatar is one of the smallest countries, yet it is still unexplored as one of the best heritage sites to explore, and this is your chance to do so. This welcoming city offers a starting point for travel to the Middle East and provides a wide range of activities that will satisfy all types of tourists.
1- Where the people Gather: Majlis
One of the most significant elements of Qatari culture is community. The Majlis, a gathering place beside a home's entry, is the center of life in Qatar. This room, originally the only one in the house with windows facing the street, is still the most decorative in modern Qatari homes.
This is where hosts customarily offer coffee and dates to their visitors. Usually, coffee is served in a little handleless cup that is poured from a pot known as a dallah. In addition to food and beverages, the social element and Majlis's conversations are essential components of the event. You may enjoy a Majlis session at the souq when you're in Qatar.
Salaam Alaykum is a polite greeting for anyone who is new in Qatar, and it is reciprocated with wa alaykum as-salam. These imply "and upon you be peace" and "peace be upon you." In greetings, it's customary to shake hands (right) but when a man and woman first meet, there are certain disparities. In situations such as this, it's advisable to follow the Qatari person's behavior.
2- Camel racing
In Qatar, camel racing attracts huge audiences, much like horse racing does in the United Kingdom. The quickest camels in the region compete in the Aintree of the Middle East, which is located in Al Shahaniya.
The absence of human riding on the camels in Qatar is one minor contrast from British racetracks. Instead, they place tiny, vividly colored robots atop each competitor.
3- Dhow Boat
Due to its location on the shore, the majority of Qatar is essentially tied to the water. For millennia, this nation has valued its seas, with fishing and pearl divers being the two most significant historical industries. Old Qatari seamen would go out aboard dhows, which are classic wooden ships. Though their construction and style have not altered, many of these classic boats still line the shore today and are now utilized to transport tourists on leisurely excursions around the city.
Throughout the Arabian Gulf, you may witness ancient boat-building craft being preserved by specialized dhow workshops. The Emiri Shipbuilding Workshop is among the best instances. If you're interested, you can try one by traveling to Qatar with us.
4- The Ethereal Scent: Oud
Oud scents are closely associated with Qatar, much like incense scents. Oud, sometimes referred to as "liquid gold," is produced from a unique resin that is exclusively present in the Southeast Asian agar tree. It is now widely used worldwide, lending oriental fragrances their unique woody aroma. Along with body oils and other perfumes, oud is available for purchase in Qatar in the form of incense sticks, especially in places like souqs.
5- Qatar's Food
Qatari food has a long history and combines flavors from North Africa, India, Persia, and Lebanon. Prepare yourself for a taste burst as you discover more about the cuisines of Qatar.
Qatari cuisine is an expression of affection that entices you to explore the Middle East and beyond with your taste senses. It narrates tales of long-gone trade routes, familial bonds, and shared meals at the table.
Our cuisine is fragrant and flavorful thanks to carefully chosen secret spice blends from neighborhood souqs.
Qataris adore the following traditional foods, which embody the nation's essence: Saloona, Machboos, Luqimat, Balalet, Marroog, and harees.
