Meet Shams Al-Qassabi: Souq Waqif’s first ever businesswoman
Shams Al-Qassabi made history for being the first bold woman to kickstart a business in Souq Waqif, a bustling market at the heart of the Qatari capital. Meet Shams Al-Qassabi,… (The post Meet Shams...
View ArticleLocal Dates Festival returns to Souq Waqif next week
80 farms are set to participate in the sixth edition of the local dates festival at Souq Waqif. The 6th Fresh Local Dates Festival 2021 is set to launch in… (The post Local Dates Festival returns to...
View ArticleSouq Waqif to operate 24/7 during World cup: reports
Night owl? Well, Doha is turning into a city that never sleeps during the mega-football tournament. Shops and restaurants in Souq Waqif will be permitted to remain open 24 hours… (The post Souq Waqif...
View Article‘Like a dream’: Catching up with World Cup fans at Souq Waqif
Souq Waqif has been a hotspot for international fan parades, and even those looking to have a World Cup-themed shopping spree. The historic market is now well known to all… (The post ‘Like a dream’:...
View ArticleThe power of the paintbrush: Qatar’s artists stand in support of Palestine...
Speaking to Doha News, Faisal Al Abdulla, Sheetal Dandekar and Rajeesh Ravi explained why it was important for them to participate in the ‘Gaza in Our Eyes’ exhibition. On Tuesday,… (The post The power...
View ArticleAll you need to know about the Souq Waqif International Dates Exhibition...
Qatar has seen its date production exceed 30,000 tonnes in 2022. The much-anticipated 2nd Souq Waqif International Dates Exhibition opened its doors on Sunday, heralding the arrival of Ramadan with…...
View ArticleWhere to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr in Qatar
Fireworks shows will go off at different locations in Qatar throughout the Eid Al-Fitr festivities, including Souq Waqif, Katara Cultural Village, and Al Wakrah Old Souq. Eid Al-Fitr celebrations are…...
View Article‘Our falcons, our legacy’: The spirit of falconry in Qatar
Falcons, with their hooked beaks, sharp vision, and strong talons, are esteemed as an essential part of Qatar’s heritage and honored as the nation’s national bird. In the heart of… (The post ‘Our...
View ArticleQatar’s metaverse experience registers record-breaking figures
The eight-week campaign aimed to showcase the country’s landmarks and culture through immersive metaverse experiences. An experiential campaign showcasing Qatar in the metaverse has received a...
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