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Doha
Under the patronage of His Highness the Amir of State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the tenth edition of the Katara Traditional Dhow Festival will be held from December 1 with the participation of Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Iraq and Tanzania. The festival will continue until December 5.
“The tenth edition of the Katara Traditional Dhow Festival is being launched this year amid continuing health and safety precautionary measures against coronavirus (COVID-19) as per the Ministry of Public Health protocols to protect all members of society,” Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, General Manager of the Cultural Village Foundation — Katara, said.
“The distinguished festival is based on the remarkable success it has achieved in the past decade as the most important international cultural and heritage forum that restores maritime heritage in its originality, arts and tradition, through activities that contribute in culturally enriching the younger generation. The Katara Traditional Dhow Festival is much awaited each year and has a special place in the hearts of its fans and visitors,” he said.
Inspired by Qatar’s rich maritime heritage, the Katara Traditional Dhow Festival enjoys a distinguished and distinct identity highlighting authentic maritime traditions inspired by Qatar’s ancestral past.
The festival is characterised by a number of competitions and marine shows, besides a variety of cultural activities and events that reflect ancestral heritage and shed light on the ancient maritime history aimed at restoring culture and preserving folk heritage.
The activities include exhibitions displaying maritime heritage collections from various participating countries, special pavilions of traditional handicrafts, and workshops showcasing ship-building process and ancient craft, in addition to marine competitions.
There will also be story-telling and traditional stage shows throughout the festival at Katara beachfront and also include Al Shoush, Al Haddaq and Al Tafris competitions.
There is also the participation of the Omani Folk Band, which will provide artistic performances in the mornings and evenings on all days of the festival.
Al Sulaiti said, “The festival over the years has also been attracting wide attention of researchers and those interested in the region and the world, for its heritage maritime paintings that reflect customs, traditions and the strong connection with sea life, and embody communication with the past, including its noble values and ancient traditions that extend to the present. The festival is part of the continuous efforts of the Cultural Village Foundation — Katara to showcase culture and heritage, and in preserving the national identity.” The dhow festival is partnered by Qatar Insurance, the Official Insurance Sponsor, Qatar Airways, the Official Carrier, and Qatar Petroleum, as the Platinum Sponsor.
The festival will receive visitors from 9am to 12 noon, and from 3.30pm to 10pm on all days. On Friday (Dec 4) it will open from 3.30pm till 11pm.
Doha
Under the patronage of His Highness the Amir of State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the tenth edition of the Katara Traditional Dhow Festival will be held from December 1 with the participation of Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Iraq and Tanzania. The festival will continue until December 5.
“The tenth edition of the Katara Traditional Dhow Festival is being launched this year amid continuing health and safety precautionary measures against coronavirus (COVID-19) as per the Ministry of Public Health protocols to protect all members of society,” Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, General Manager of the Cultural Village Foundation — Katara, said.
“The distinguished festival is based on the remarkable success it has achieved in the past decade as the most important international cultural and heritage forum that restores maritime heritage in its originality, arts and tradition, through activities that contribute in culturally enriching the younger generation. The Katara Traditional Dhow Festival is much awaited each year and has a special place in the hearts of its fans and visitors,” he said.
Inspired by Qatar’s rich maritime heritage, the Katara Traditional Dhow Festival enjoys a distinguished and distinct identity highlighting authentic maritime traditions inspired by Qatar’s ancestral past.
The festival is characterised by a number of competitions and marine shows, besides a variety of cultural activities and events that reflect ancestral heritage and shed light on the ancient maritime history aimed at restoring culture and preserving folk heritage.
The activities include exhibitions displaying maritime heritage collections from various participating countries, special pavilions of traditional handicrafts, and workshops showcasing ship-building process and ancient craft, in addition to marine competitions.
There will also be story-telling and traditional stage shows throughout the festival at Katara beachfront and also include Al Shoush, Al Haddaq and Al Tafris competitions.
There is also the participation of the Omani Folk Band, which will provide artistic performances in the mornings and evenings on all days of the festival.
Al Sulaiti said, “The festival over the years has also been attracting wide attention of researchers and those interested in the region and the world, for its heritage maritime paintings that reflect customs, traditions and the strong connection with sea life, and embody communication with the past, including its noble values and ancient traditions that extend to the present. The festival is part of the continuous efforts of the Cultural Village Foundation — Katara to showcase culture and heritage, and in preserving the national identity.” The dhow festival is partnered by Qatar Insurance, the Official Insurance Sponsor, Qatar Airways, the Official Carrier, and Qatar Petroleum, as the Platinum Sponsor.
The festival will receive visitors from 9am to 12 noon, and from 3.30pm to 10pm on all days. On Friday (Dec 4) it will open from 3.30pm till 11pm.
