What to do in Madinat ash Shamal

Activities, attractions and tours

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Madinat ash Shamal Attractions

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Places of interest in Madinat ash Shamal

Madinat ash Shamal is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Madinat ash Shamal, and make it a breeze to explore Madinat ash Shamal and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Madinat ash Shamal to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Madinat ash Shamal attractions

Madinat ash Shamal has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Madinat ash Shamal to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Madinat ash Shamal.

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Top places to visit

1. Fuwairit Beach

On Qatar’s northeastern coastline, Fuwairit Beach is one of the favorite secret getaway spots for expats, visitors and local residents. Dig your toes in the soft sand and wade into the blue-green waters of the Persian Gulf. Visit Fuwairit Beach for a quiet escape close enough to get to with an easy drive and far enough from the city that you won’t find crowds.
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Soft sands, sunrises and kite surfing bring visitors to this very quiet beach in northern Qatar where turtles come to lay their eggs.

2. Al Jassasiya Rock Carvings

At first glance, an Al Jassasiya visit may seem anticlimactic, given the barren desert setting and lack of signage, yet dig a bit further and you’ll soon discover the astonishing petroglyphs for which this site is renowned. While petroglyphs can be found along Qatar’s coast and on Al Hawar Island in Bahrain, the Al Jassasiya site is the most impressive.
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The impressive petroglyphs at this Qatar rock-carving site are a mysterious and mesmerizing site for archaeology buffs.

3. Freiha

For those with an interest in history and archaeology, visiting Freiha is a Qatar highlight. Among the many ancient discoveries across the country, this deserted village on the peninsula’s northwest coast is one of its most noteworthy.
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This abandoned settlement in northwestern Qatar is a must-see for those interested in archaeology and ancient history.

4. Al Thagab Fort

While many of the historic sites in northwestern Qatar are in various early states of excavation and preservation, Al Thagab Fort has already been restored twice to the structural appearance it had when it was occupied. When you visit Al Thagab Fort notice the coral, limestone and mud materials and building techniques used in the 2003 reconstruction. These are similar to those used during the fort’s original creation hundreds of years ago.
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See a restored fort that is typical of centuries-old defensive structures built to guard wells across northern and western Qatar.

5. Al Rakayat Fort

Constructed in the 19th century and renovated in 1988, Al Rakayat Fort is a good example of the many abandoned protective defenses across the Qatari peninsula. Visit Al Rakayat Fort to see the typical design and construction that was easily achieved using local materials. The structure provided a defense against enemies as well as shelter from the sun.
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Near a deep freshwater well, this fort provided protection for the critical water supply for the residents of the area.

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