http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/rss/leisure en-us Copyright QTA QTA LEISURE QTA WEBMASTER it@qatartourism.gov.qa nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/411 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2012 / 10 / 24 http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/407 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2012 / 10 / 24 With the sun shining every day and a surprisingly rich ecology, Qatar offers an engaging natural environment to explore.nbsp; The surrounding desert provides a great deal of interest and adventure with http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/264 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2012 / 10 / 24 Doha is home to many large grassy areas and parks, offering a fun and relaxing pasttime for families, walkersnbsp;and joggers.nbsp; From the perfectly manicured Corniche to the 88 hectare Aspire Park, http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/265 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2012 / 10 / 24 Fairs and markets have a long history that started when man felt the need to exchange goods. People would shop for goods at a weekly market in nearby towns. Then shops began to be permanently established. http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/266 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2012 / 10 / 24 Qatar entertainmentnbsp;is wide and varied with numerousnbsp;sources of entertainmentnbsp;for the tourists as well as for the common people of Qatar. There are several sources of entertainment in Qatar http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/269 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2012 / 10 / 24 Get up, get out, and do something! Just about any day of the year, you can find something fun, informative, and healthy in Doha. nbsp; Qatar has a great wealth of leisure and recreational activities. http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/279 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2012 / 10 / 24 The Qatar peninsula has a 563 km sandy coastline with numerous small islets, sand bars and reefs. Below are a list of some of the most known beaches, but you can access to the sea everywhere you want. http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/261 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2012 / 10 / 24 Qatar boasts more than 25 % of its territory listed as natural reserves. Al Thakhira Turn right at the northern end of Al Khor Corniche towards Al Thakhira. At the next roundabout, turn right; take the http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/263 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2011 / 07 / 12 Souq Waqif Located behind the Corniche, off Grand Hamed St, Souq Waqif is a showpiece of traditional architecture, handicrafts and folk art, and was once a weekend trading area for the Bedouin. Meaning http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/267 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2011 / 07 / 12 Qatar has several gleaming Western-style malls which offer not only a wide range of goods and services but also a host of well-known international brands at competitive prices. Generally open from Saturday http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/268 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2011 / 07 / 12 Live Music Western or Asian performers provide live entertainment at Shehrazad, Paloma, Piano Piano, Habanos Bar and The Library most evenings from around 8 pm.Garveyrsquo;s has live music on weekend nights. http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/270 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2011 / 07 / 12 Doha Players With the first play staged in 1954, this semi-professional comedians provide Doha audiences with three or four show a year Tel : (+974) 4447 4911 www.dohaplayers.com The Laughter Factory http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/271 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2011 / 07 / 12 Doha boasts around 25 halls in 5 cinema complexes. A new complex with 3-D equipped hall is set to open this summer in Villagio Mall. The ticket is about 35 QR. Doha hosts two international film festivals http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/272 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2011 / 07 / 12 Although Qatar is a Muslim state, alcohol is available in some five star hotelsrsquo; bars and restaurants throughout Doha. However, you wonrsquo;t find alcohol served in street cafés and restaurants http://qatartourism.gov.qa/pillars/index/1/leisure/273 http://qatartourism.gov.qa 2011 / 07 / 12