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Dhow boat festival: Qatar’s long-rooted history of sailing seas

Visitors can experience a distinctive ambiance that showcase the authentic maritime traditions inspired by Qatar’s past ancestors. Calling all heritage lovers! The 11th edition of the Katara International Dhow Festival…

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10th Katara traditional dhow festival to kick-off

Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Iraq, and Zanzibar will participate in the festival. Calling all heritage lovers! The 10th edition of the Katara Traditional Dhow Festival is set to kick off on…

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For visitors, Qatar Dhow Festival a blast from the past

The five-day long event offers residents a unique glimpse into old-school Qatari life, and is filled with dhows, pearl-divers and fishermen.

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Qatar’s seafaring history proudly on display at dhow fest (photos)

The five-day long event offers residents a unique glimpse into old-school Qatari life, complete with dhows, pearl-divers and fishermen. There's also a bustling gold and jewelry souq, and a cultural village with several food stalls.

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PHOTOS: Dhow Festival launches at Katara

Some 100 boats from across the GCC are on display at Katara Beach through Friday night. There will also be fireworks, a light show and other activities.

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Dhow boat festival: Qatar’s long-rooted history of sailing seas

10th Katara traditional dhow festival to kick-off

For visitors, Qatar Dhow Festival a blast from the past

Qatar’s seafaring history proudly on display at dhow fest (photos)

PHOTOS: Dhow Festival launches at Katara

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