Built on the site of Doha’s century old trading market, on the banks of the Wadi Musheireb, Souq Waqif feels like an anachronism, particularly against the backdrop of Doha’s dramatic modernist skyline. With its mud-daubed buildings, the market harkens to a bygone era while remaining a hub of activity, where commerce and gossip collide.

Doha, a 24-hour stopover and a beautiful evening discovery: Souq Waqif. An immersion in a traditional medina setting, with lively alleys, spice shops, antique shops, typical restaurants and even a bird market. The atmosphere is captivating, the town planning faithful to the souks of old, but with impeccable cleanliness, organization and security.

2018年2月26日 · Souq Waqif, which translates to “standing market,” is Doha’s oldest souq and a major attraction in Qatar. Here are 10 things to do when you go.

Souq Waqif (Arabic: سوق واقف, romanized: Sūq Wāqif, lit. 'the standing market') is a marketplace (souq) in Doha, the capital of Qatar. The souq sells traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. It is also home to restaurants and shisha lounges.

If you are looking for a wonderful place to shop, to dine, to explore or simply sitting at one of the many attractive outdoor cafe to watch the world pass by, look nowhere but Souq Waqif in Doha. For centuries, this location has been a souq for Bedouin (nomads who have historically inhabited the Arabian and Syrian Deserts.) to take the wool and ...

2021年1月1日 · Visiting Doha, Qatar, and want to know more about the #1 tourist attraction, Souq Waqif? Souq Waqif is a beautiful local market and known for its perfumes, spices, souvenirs, and dry fruit shopping. Read our article to find the best things to do in Souq Waqif.

2025年2月5日 · For centuries, souqs and markets have been an integral part of Qatari culture. Serving up everything from gold, furniture, crafts, carpets, art and collectibles to food and drink from around the Arab world, these bustling hubs of activity offer a …

Built on the site of Doha’s century old trading market, on the banks of the Wadi Musheireb, Souq Waqif feels like an anachronism, particularly against the backdrop of Doha’s dramatic modernist skyline. With its mud-daubed buildings, the market harkens to a bygone era while remaining a hub of activity, where commerce and gossip collide.

Constructed on the grounds of Doha’s century-old trading market, Souq Waqif’s twisting alleys, where merchants vend traditional garments, spices, and handicrafts, persist as a vital component of daily life in Doha. Dating back to the 19th century, Souq …

This vibrant complex is without doubt one of the most atmospheric places to explore in Qatar. Built on an ancient market site, the area remains the social heart of Doha.