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  • Equestrian at Al Shaqab
    Provided by: Visit Qatar
  • Al Shaqab, Qatar’s equestrian center
    Provided by: Visit Qatar

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Al Shaqab

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Al Shaqab, located in Education City as a member of Qatar Foundation since 2004, is Qatar’s state-of-the-art equestrian centre. His Highness Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, established Al Shaqab in 1992 to build on Qatar’s Arabian horse heritage and to help preserve and perpetuate the Arabian horse breed. In honour of his ancestor, Sheikh Jassim Bin Mohammed Al Thani, The Father Emir located the Arabian breeding farm at the landmark Al Shaqab battle site where almost a century prior, in 1893, the Bedouins fought a pivotal battle that led to Qatar's independence. Arabian horses played a very significant role in the battle and were integral to the local culture – which is why the preservation of these animals and their heritage is paramount.

Useful Information

  • Address: Alshaqab street
  • Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday: 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Website: alshaqab.com
  • Public Transport: Al Shaqab Station, on the Green line, is the closest metro station.
  • Phone: +974 4454 1992

Digital Travel Guide Download

Our travel guides are free to read and explore online. If you want to get your own copy, the full travel guide for this destination is available to you offline* to bring along anywhere or print for your trip.​

*this will be downloaded as a PDF.

Price

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Al Shaqab

Al Shaqab

Al Shaqab, located in Education City as a member of Qatar Foundation since 2004, is Qatar’s state-of-the-art equestrian centre. His Highness Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, established Al Shaqab in 1992 to build on Qatar’s Arabian horse heritage and to help preserve and perpetuate the Arabian horse breed. In honour of his ancestor, Sheikh Jassim Bin Mohammed Al Thani, The Father Emir located the Arabian breeding farm at the landmark Al Shaqab battle site where almost a century prior, in 1893, the Bedouins fought a pivotal battle that led to Qatar's independence. Arabian horses played a very significant role in the battle and were integral to the local culture – which is why the preservation of these animals and their heritage is paramount.
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Al Shahaniya Camel Racetrack

Al Shahaniya Camel Racetrack

Professional camel racing began in Qatar in 1972, and the sports centres around the Al Shahaniya. Here, domestic and international tournaments take place every Friday from October to February, with major events such as HH the Emir’s Main Race held in March and April. Even when there are no races, guests are welcome to stop by to watch the camels getting trained. A visit to Al Shahaniya offers a unique opportunity to admire the best-groomed and some of the most expensive camels in the world.
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