Souq Waqif, also known as Souq Waqif, is a traditional market and pedestrian street in Doha, Qatar. It is a popular tourist destination and is often described as a must-see for visitors to the city.

This trip took place in late April 2009. The author was assigned by the company to service a client located near Doha.

This trip was a business trip, so I didn't do any research beforehand. As a result, I had almost no information before I went. I only knew that the country had hosted the 15th Asian Games in 2006 and that it was a relatively wealthy oil-producing nation. However, once I arrived, information began to flow in, some from word of mouth and some from brochures left at the hotel counter by the tour company.

As mentioned earlier, this trip was a work trip with limited time for extensive exploration. The available time for leisure was primarily between waiting for clients and after work while waiting for the return flight.

Given the time constraints, the trip included visits to a few key landmarks: Souq Waqif (before meeting clients), the Museum of Islamic Art, and the new city of Qatar (on the day before returning).

A particularly memorable aspect of the trip was the pedestrian street at Souq Waqif, a traditional local market that retains the authentic culture and architecture of the local Arab population. The market offers a diverse range of products catering to the needs of the local community, including spices, clothing, food, household items, carpets, artwork, antiques, and various restaurants representing Arab cuisines such as Turkish, Lebanese, and Moroccan, as well as some European options like Italian.

After checking in at the hotel, we headed out to the Waqif Market for a bite to eat. Wanting to experience local life firsthand, we opted for a Moroccan restaurant and ordered the camel stew, a popular dish among the locals. However, we only managed a few bites; the smell was overwhelming, and we ended up leaving most of it untouched.

Mounted police officers patrolling the market perimeter ... It's incredibly cool and stylish.

Coffee shops and restaurants that still retain the original architecture and culture of the Arabs (in the afternoon the weather is very hot, there are no people yet, you have to wait until after sunset)

Another angle of the restaurant

Now that we've come this far, we should gather some evidence to tell our children and grandchildren about.

As the sun sets and the day cools down, people start to emerge and become active.
The shops selling antiques and artwork give the impression of being at a Chatuchak Weekend Market.

What is it...? I hope I don't need to explain.

The most prominent carpet store in this area

Relax and unwind while sipping on Arabic tea and listening to music. Feel free to browse our selection if you'd like to purchase anything.

Come ride a camel.

I sell clothes that some people say feel like the Phaholyothin Market.

A hundred and eight nuts and spices

As the sun sets and the wind dies down, the walking street comes alive. (During the day, it is too hot for people to shop, so the walking street is crowded.)

As the sun began to set, casting long shadows across the land, people emerged from their homes, drawn by an unseen force.

The Porters of Wakif Market: A Unique and Colorful Service

One of the most distinctive and vibrant features of Wakif Market is its team of porters. These individuals, clad in vests emblazoned with numbers reminiscent of motorcycle taxi drivers, navigate the bustling market with single-wheeled carts, offering their services to customers laden with purchases. This close-up porter service adds a unique charm and convenience to the shopping experience at Wakif Market.

What is it? …. It's an old ATM mixed with a new one, blended seamlessly.

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