The 2022 World Cup in Qatar had its great start and the Arab country hopes to receive more travelers for this event, but they must know the basics to visit this nation with a traditional culture.
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Accommodation and language
As Infobae published, 80 percent of the Qatari population is made up of foreigners, so it is possible to communicate with other people in English.
Tourists can access the ‘Host a fan’ program, with which they will live for free with a Qatari, they can also stay in Doha, where the World Cup stadiums are located.
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‘Fan ID’
Another measure developed for this event is the Ha’ya Card, or Fan ID, a document that Qataris and visitors must present with their tickets to gain access to matches.
In addition, tourists will be able to use this card to enjoy free public transport and can be requested through the official Qatar website, after purchasing the match tickets.
Transport
With the Fan ID you can get on the subway that connects with seven stadiums. Al Bayt Stadium can be reached by bus or water taxi, although you can buy a bus card that costs 10 riyals ($2.67) and a metro ticket costs 2 riyals ($0.53).
Renting a vehicle is more expensive, you must also follow the traffic regulations of the country, which has cameras to detect and fine any infraction.
Tourism
Qatar has architectural works such as the Aspire Tower or its national library, it also has native sites such as the Souq Wakif market.
Business days end at approximately 3:00 in the afternoon, so nightlife starts early and ends late, except on Fridays.
Laws to follow in Qatar
Considering the customs of the Muslim country, there are rules and laws to take into account:
- Pornography is prohibited and any erotic content, which is discovered on your phone, will be a reason to fine and expel you, as reported by Ámbito.
- Alcohol is prohibited and is confiscated at the airport. For this reason, alcoholic beverages cost more than $10 in some restaurants and hotels.
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- There are dress codes such as avoiding showing shoulders and knees, women must also wear a veil to visit mosques or government buildings.
- In places to pray you can not sing, place flags or jump.
- You must wait for them to greet you and imitate the gesture, you cannot hug or give kisses on the cheek.
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