Souq Waqif
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Souq Waqif is a historic traditional market in Doha, Qatar, known for its restored Qatari architecture, bustling alleys of shops and restaurants, and vibrant cultural atmosphere.
Aliases (2)
- Al Souq district ×1
- Falcon Souq ×1
Statements (50)
| Predicate | Object |
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| instanceOf |
marketplace
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tourist attraction → traditional market → |
| access |
pedestrian-friendly area
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| architecturalStyle |
traditional Qatari architecture
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| country |
Qatar
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| culturalRole |
center for traditional Qatari culture
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venue for public events and festivals → |
| feature |
courtyard spaces
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lantern lighting → narrow alleyways → ornamental wooden doors → traditional wind towers → |
| hasPart |
Falcon Souq
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Gold Souq → art galleries → boutique hotels → covered alleys → open squares → traditional restaurants → |
| heritageStatus |
cultural heritage site of Doha
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historic market → |
| knownFor |
bustling alleys of shops
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cultural festivals → falcon souq → gold shops → perfume shops → restaurants and cafes → restored Qatari architecture → shisha cafes → souvenir shopping → spice shops → street performances → textiles → traditional garments → traditional market atmosphere → vibrant cultural atmosphere → |
| locatedIn |
Al Souq district
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Corniche area of Doha → Doha → Doha Municipality → Doha city center → near Doha Corniche → near Museum of Islamic Art Park → near Wadi Musheireb → |
| material |
mud-plastered walls
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timber beams → |
| owner |
State of Qatar
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| reconstruction |
extensively restored in the 2000s
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| tourismImportance |
major tourist destination in Doha
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Referenced by (3)
| Subject (surface form when different) | Predicate |
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Doha
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hasLandmark |
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Souq Waqif
("Falcon Souq")
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hasPart |
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Souq Waqif
("Al Souq district")
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locatedIn |