Mínima Ideia @ Qatar
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Tuesday, February 05, 2013
FALCONRY
Falconry is a very popular sport in Qatar.
The sport of falconry began over 5,000 years ago in Iran, and spread over the centuries to East and West. The sport was introduced to Qatar through Bedouin tribes who used the birds as a tool for hunting. They discovered that it was much easier to allow the raptors to take down birds migrating across the Arabian Peninsula than it was to shoot them down themselves. This Bedouin method of falconry set the basis for the modern version of the sport practiced in Qatar.
There are a number of stores that sell falcons and falconry equipment. They are very expensive to purchase and maintain, so owners take great care of them.
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Monday, February 04, 2013
UNITED COLORS OF SOUQ
Rui Bentes, Ana Rodrigues e Lionel Balteiro
Ana Rodrigues e Rui Bentes
Souq Waqif - Doha
Souq Waqif is an important souq in Doha, in the state of Qatar. Literally translated to "the standing market," this shopping destination is renowned for selling traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. It is also home to dozens of restaurants serving cuisines from all over the world, as well as Shisha lounges. Although this market dates back at least a hundred years, it has been recently restored back to its original glory. It is now considered one of the top tourist destinations within Doha.
Thousands of people from across the region frequent this market to purchase traditional goods such as wool, traditional thobes, jewelry, and perfumes.
Lately Souq Wakif became a hotspot for art galleries and workshops, hosting several art galleries and events. It also hosts local concerts during the holiday seasons.
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