Special Events... The Corniche may be one of the most popular locations in Doha. Stretching along Doha Bay, this grassy expanse offers a pedestrian-only area for unwinding and relaxation. Facing the waters of the Arabian Gulf, you can enjoy a walk or jog amongst the palm trees that line the area or a stroll with a friend in the evening as the stars of Doha sparkle in the sky. Many organized activities take place along the Corniche, including parades and fireworks, and the area serves as the starting and finishing lines for various sporting events. Theatres... The Doha Players, an English founded large international Community Theatre is regionally renowned for producing several plays and musicals throughout the year where both young and old can perform, run backstage operations or simply enjoy as audience members.. There are several movie theatres where movie-lovers can watch their favorite films and new flicks, or try one of the many video rental companies offering the best in movie entertainment. Exhibitions... The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) market has been identified as a growth sector for Qatar. With its state-of-the-art meeting facilities, Qatar is well-positioned to host events of any size. Conference organizers will find everything they need to host highly successful and very enjoyable meetings. In addition to the first-class hotels and facilities available, Qatar offers business travellers beautiful scenery and wonderful shopping in a relaxing environment – a wonderful combination of business and pleasure. media... The New Arab Media Phenomenon: ---Qatar's Al-Jazeera--- Nothing distinguishes al-Jazeera's modest studios from the hundreds of new buildings in Doha except its exceptional security measures and official procedures. Al-Jazeera is the first Arab TV station based on Arab soil that is expressly critical of Arab regimes and governments and even dares insult them occasionally. This paper will attempt to address several questions about this new phenomenon. How was al-Jazeera born and how did it become what it now is? What kinds of changes has it brought to Arab media, and what has been its impact on the Arab people? What is the content of the programs which have made it famous? What are the criticisms leveled against it? Clubs... In addition to hotels and housing compounds, there are several private clubs offering fitness facilities, which are especially important when it becomes too hot to exercise outdoors. Most of the private and hotel clubs offer additional services, such as indoor and/or outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pools, Jacuzzis, saunas and steam rooms. Be sure to check out the many on-site spa and massage areas for a complete body workout. The clubs offer memberships at reasonable rates. Take the time to view the various options and select one that suits you the best. Future Events in qatar... October 12, 2007-October 15, 2007 Kids World Website: http://www.ifpexpo.com/ The International Kids Festival and Exhibition for Qatar October 24, 2007-November 02, 2007 Asian Optimist Sailing Championship (IODA) Organisers: The Sailing Federation venue: Doha Sailing Club October 26, 2007-November 01, 2007 Qatar Classic Squash Championship, 2007 Organisers: The Squash Federation Venue: Khalifa Tennis and Squash Complex October 28, 2007-October 01, 2007 5th Doha In\'t Oil & Gas Exhibition \"DIOGE 2007\" Organisers: Qatar Petroleum Tel: (+974) 4946889 Fax: (+974) 4946529 Website: www.qp.com.qa Venue: Qatar International Exhibition Centre October 30, 2007-October 11, 2007 Asian Youth Football Championship Eliminations Organisers: The Football Federation November 04, 2007-November 06, 2007 Rivers of Paradise Symposium - Water in Islamic Art and Culture Website: http://www.islamicartdoha.org Organisers: Virginia Commonwealth University November 08, 2007-November 12, 2007 Qatar International Boat & Marine Exhibition (QIBM) Organisers: Qatar Expo Event Management tel: (+974) 4323290 fax: (+974) 4448447 website: www.ug4projects.com email: info@ug4projects.com venue: Qatar International Exhibition Centre November 12, 2007-November 14, 2007 Future Forum Organisers: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Venue: Four Seasons Hotel November 19, 2007-November 21, 2007 Qatar Water, Elec & Refrigerators \"QWETEX \'07\" Organisers: Trans Continental Fairs Management - Abu Dhabi tel: (+9712) 6795444 fax: (+9712) 6795136 email: tcfmcxb@emirates.net.ae venue: Qatar International Exhibition Centre November 19, 2007-November 22, 2007 Al Diyafa Organisers: IFP International Fairs Promotion - Qatar Ltd tel: (+974) 4329900 fax: (+974) 4432891 website: www.ifpqatar.com email: info@ifpqatar.com venue: Qatar International Exhibition Centre November 19, 2007-November 22, 2007 Diyafa Website: http://www.ifpexpo.com/ The 3rd Hotel, Restaurant and Food Exhibition for Qatar November 21, 2007-November 24, 2007 GCC Sailing Cup Championship Organisers: The Sailing Federation Venue: Doha Sailing Club November 26, 2007-November 29, 2007 12th GCC &13th Pan Arab Orthopedic Conference Organisers: Hamad Medical Corporation November 28, 2007-December 08, 2007 18th Doha Int. Book Fair Organisers: National Council for Culture, Arts & Heritage tel: (+974) 4429955 fax: (+974) 4429976 email: qanal@qatar.net.qa venue: Qatar International Exhibition Centre December 03, 2007-December 05, 2007 Nato and Security In Gulf Conference Organisers: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Venue: Ritz Carlton Hotel December 13, 2007-January 05, 2008 Qatar Exxon/Mobil Int. Tennis Tournament Organisers: The Tennis Federation venue: Khalifa Tennis Complex December 16, 2007-December 19, 2007 Hospital Show Organisers: Conex Concert Exhibition tel: (+974) 4442270 fax: (+974) 4422838 email: info@conexqatar.com venue: Qatar International Exhibition Centre Islands around Qatar ... Ishat Island Located on the southeastern portion of the country, Ishat Island has a total area of about 20 square kilometres. It consists of three flat- topped islets bordered with light coloured cliffs and two detached rocks lying northeast of Khor Al-Udaid. Shra’o Island Situated about 48 kilometres northeast of Ishat Island, Shra’o Island rises to 36.5’ and has many hummocks. There is also a small fringed reef and a sandy beach used by turtles to lay their eggs. Just three hours away from Doha by speedboat, Shra’o Island serves as a haven to thousands of seabirds. Haloul Island This hilly island rises to an elevation of 190 feet and is surrounded by excellent fishing grounds. The seabed is made up of coral reefs with a large variety of magnificent and beautiful coral fish and offers wonderful opportunities for scuba divers to observe marine life. Al-Saflia Island Just a 15-minute boat ride from Doha, Al-Saflia Island is considered a tourist resort – even with its tiny size of .8 square kilometres. Alia Island To the west and complimenting Al-Saflia Island lies the small land mass of Alia Island – just slightly over 2 square kilometres in size. The National Library Project... A contract has been signed to establish a national library adjacent to the building of the National Council for Culture, Arts and Heritage, costing $120 million and occupying 15000 sq meters. The project incorporates a main reception lounge, display halls for manuscripts and old books, a natural history museum and a science museum Department of Museums and Archeology... The responsibilities of this department include preserving the national heritage by means of exploring, compiling, sorting, categorizing, studying and explaining national heritage components; excavating antiquities; restoring archeology and historical buildings with the aim to preserve them; establishing, supervising and organizing museums; highlighting and enhancing the civilized, cultural and educational role of museums in society. The museums belonging to the department include Qatar National Museum, Maritime Museum, Weaponry Museum, alKhor Museum, al-Zubarah Fort Museum and Doha Fort Museum (al-Kout Museum). CULTURE & ARTS... The National Council for Culture, Arts and Heritage was established in 1998 to sponsor national culture, arts and heritage affairs, and specifically seek to attain the following objectives: Develop and enrich cultural gains and intellectual products. Provide the suitable atmosphere in which artistic and literary productions can develop and diversify. Protect national heritage, highlight its peculiarity and encourage research. Encourage, develop and spread fine arts. Preserve national legacy of heritage and archeology. Survey prevailing cultural, artistic, literary conditions as well as conditions related to heritage and collect data on efforts of various bodies in their individual fields of interest and specialty. Prepare required studies to upgrade cultural, artistic and literary production and preserve national heritage. Issue directories, dictionaries, indexes and other published works, compile documents and contribute in publishing the worthy genuine and translated works of the intellect. Participate in cultural and artistic exhibitions, conferences and festivals, locally, regionally and internationally. Designate quality standards for various fields of intellectual production in the country and decide material support, awards and incentives in relation to such production. The council is formed of a chairman, a deputy chairman and a number of board members, whose appointment and terms of duty are ordered by an Emiri decision. MAJOR MUSEUMS... MAJOR MUSEUMS Cinema... Movies resource of qatar