DOHA: The Pavilion of Palestine at the International Horticultural Expo 2023 Doha tells the story of the Palestinian people's resilience, heritage and history.
The exterior of the pavilion displays embroideries of the Palestinian dress and its colours that express pride and honour, and the olive tree which is considered a national symbol.
Each of the four sections of the pavilion reflects an aspect of the Palestinian heritage and agricultural methods. The first section includes Palestinian clothing, especially women's hand-embroidered clothing and keffiyeh, along with household items that Palestinians used to use.
The second section displays the food products that Palestine is famous for, such as olive oil and thyme, and methods of harvesting and pressing olives via large screens; while the third section contains paintings that express the history of Palestine and the most prominent cities such as Jerusalem, Jaffa and Akka. The fourth section includes olive trees and a small shop to display Palestinian products.
The pavilion also highlights Palestinian cuisine with its famous authentic dishes whose ingredients mainly include olive oil, spices, thyme, and taboon bread, as well as sweets such as Nabulsi Kunafa, Tamriyah, Qatayef, and others.
Abdul Razzaq Hussein, the official in charge of the Pavilion of the State of Palestine at Expo 2023 Doha, stressed the importance of Palestine's participation in this global event to introduce the world to the Palestinian heritage and identity and shed light on Palestine's past and future.
Hussein extended thanks to Qatar and the Expo Organizing Committee for supporting the Palestinian pavilion and providing facilities that contributed to the pavilion performing its work in a manner befitting the State of Palestine despite the circumstances of the aggression on Gaza.
He indicated that the pavilion leaves a deep impact on the hearts of Arab and foreign visitors, sending a message to the world that Palestine is a land and a people, and an ancient civilization rooted in the depths of Arab and human history.
Running until March 28, the International Horticultural Expo 2023 Doha is one of the most distinguished global events in horticulture and agriculture, promoting innovations in horticulture, sustainable design and environmental conservation. It seeks to enhance awareness of the importance of preserving nature and promoting sustainability in areas of horticulture and agriculture.
