Al Wakrah Souq, Traditional marketplace in Al Wakrah, Qatar.
The market features numerous shops connected by narrow pathways, offering spices, textiles, handicrafts, and traditional Qatari clothing throughout multiple sections.
Originally established as a trading center in Al Wakrah, the market reflects the commercial activities that sustained the region before Qatar's oil discovery.
Nine mosques within the marketplace, including one central mosque and eight smaller prayer spaces, maintain the religious practices of local merchants and visitors.
The market complex includes two five-star hotels with 101 rooms, multiple dining establishments serving Middle Eastern cuisine, and designated areas for women.
The marketplace sits near the waterfront, integrating traditional Qatari architectural elements with views of the Arabian Gulf from its restaurants and walkways.
Location: Al Wakrah
GPS coordinates: 25.17089,51.60961
Latest update: March 4, 2025 21:29
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