What To Do If You’re Staying in Qatar This Ramadan

A report by Doha News showed that only a fraction of the Qatari population had travelled out of the country in the last month.

2015-07-06 06:14

A recent study by the Qatari Ministry of Development and Planning Statistics showed that just 30,000 people traveled out of the state last month, Doha News reported on Friday. If you are one of the 2,344,557 staying in Qatar this month, we’ve scouted places and events you (expat or local) can go to if you want to have some fun.

1. Sit under a Ramadan tent after iftar

Hotels in Doha are lining up their majales, serving you the greatest food, and bringing out their resident oud players.

2. Make a bonfire in Al Khor island

The island, almost an hour away from the capital, is lined with mangroves and swamps and is a great place to start a bonfire with friends.

3. Take a walk in Souk Waqif

This old souk lined with restaurants, hotels, and small shops will keep you busy for hours.

4. Attend ' Ramadan Festival Miracles and Inventions ’ at Katara Cultural Village

Activities, lectures, and exhibitions are set for the entire month of Ramadan so that you won’t get bored.

5. Participate in Red Bull’s Racing Competition

Red Bull Game On is back this Ramadan. Think you have what it takes to be a gaming champion? Check out where they’ll be next