New York might be the ‘Big Apple’, but Doha is ‘The Big Tree’ and the capital city of Qatar. This sprawling desert metropolis was chosen as one of the ‘New 7 Wonders Cities’ and is considered one of the best places in terms of living conditions. Despite being a highly modern city, Doha has a very interesting culture with deep set Arab roots, making it a strikingly unique place. It comes as no surprise that this city is a thriving tourist destination as well with many a luxury hotel in Doha to be found such as the likes of Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara.
If you wish to explore this incredible burg then the best place to start off is by casually taking a look at the various mosques that are around the city. You will find that no two mosques are the same, and some are abstract architectural marvels that hardly resemble a place of worship. Some of the best mosques worth checking out are The Golden Mosque, Katara Mosque, and the Doha Souq Mosque.
It’s always nice to get an idea of the heritage of a place, so visiting some of Doha’s various museums comes highly recommended. Among the various such places worthy of checking out are the Museum of Islamic Art, the Qatar National Museum and The Weaponry Museum.
Once you’re done getting an idea of the heritage and uniqueness of the city, it’s to time to explore the city’s culture while indulging in some retail therapy. Souq Waqif is the most traditional marketplace for you to explore and purchase anything from spices to honey to garments. The Gold Souq features a wide range of stores with master craftsmen specialising in gold and jewellery. For a modern shopping experience there are many shopping malls available such as The Pearl and Villagio.
For a city that offers an unforgettable Middle Eastern adventure there are few places more worthy than the prosperous city of Doha.
Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.
