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If only all Stopovers are like this! Doha, Qatar


Doha Gold Shop
Eight hours flight from Dallas/Ft. Worth to Doha Qatar, then another eight hours stopover in Doha, plus six hours going Manila! 

What are going to do with our golden time having with having so many privilege to maximize this trip. One of our office heads has a family who is based in Qatar. He had a plan to go out to spend those few hours with his family there, but then because he do not want to leave his team behind 💗 he invited those of us who's with him on that flight. We paid almost if I'm not mistaken more or less 52 QAR so roughly round P600-700 for the exit fee in Doha. From the airport, a van that pick us up from the arrivals and the we're all surprised because they even prepared a printed itinerary for us!




Souq Waqif
First we had our dinner in a Persian Cuisine. My bad, because I fail to remember the name of the restaurant! It is just within the Souq Waqif. Where we feast with so many delicious middle eastern foods. I love the Basmati Rice cooked with spices and in Chicken broth that is why it was very tasty!  

Souq Waqif is a good place to shop, wander, eating delicious foods or just passing time idly in one of the fascinating local cafes. It looks congested with visitors strolling around the lanes to appreciate the architectural structures and the many cultural stores offering everything from embroideries, spices, perfumes, and even accessories. It’s also a famous site to shop for unparalleled souvenirs for the people back at home. By the way, I bought purses, camel key chains and ref magnets for my friends.

Katara Mosque

Next stop is the Katara Mosque which is in the middle of the Katara Cultural Village site. Where some of the stunningly beautiful construction in the Middle East is just waiting to be seen distinguishing its very Islamic architecture. The design of the Katara Mosque is not like the typical mosques in Qatar. The structure is a mosaic of mainly blue tiles, with a glimpse of red and yellow. Looks very nice! You will be blown away by the tricky designs and the equally complicated interior. Associating the mosque are three spiked columns elevating for the sky. The contrast between these overcoming structures and the charm of the mosaic walls is really attractive.



The team still has more time to go around the city proper. However, we also want to make sure that we still have an ample time to relax or to settle at the airport because we know that we still have another eight remaining hours before reached - Pilipinas. Corniche is just few minutes away from Souq Waqif. 


We are still blessed to stopped and take a picture with this beloved site. We were be able to behold the wonderful colors of the city’s lights. That was so amazing!

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