We spent several hours looking around the Katara Cultural Village just outside the city. It’s hard to describe this place, but it was like a free-of-charge entertainment center that included new Qatari-style buildings, a large amphitheater, an arts center, several mosques, a beach, restaurants and a shopping area. I found the architecture in particular fascinating, and also liked a Qatari photo exhibit we visited as well. More about Katara: http://www.katara.net/english/about-katara/about-us/

The amphitheater (called by some a coliseum) was monumental and magnificent and is used as a venue for local events. I waited forever for three guys to get out of my way, but in the end had settle for a couple of them in the picture.

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