Dhows attracted a large number of visitors during the opening of the festival. PICTURE: Jayaram
HE Salah bin Ghanem bin Nasser al-Ali and HE Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim al-Thani at the opening
Dignitaries at the Traditional Dhow Festival, which highlights Qatar’s rich maritime heritage
Dignitaries viewing exhibits at the Traditional Dhow Festival
Katara has been promoting the dhow tradition, staging the festival annually
Local artistes enthralled spectators and guests with their traditional songs and dances
Cultural performers entertain festival visitors with their songs and dances
Visitors can try the daily boat trips while having some coffee or tea on board the dhows
Wood sculpting at the festival attracts visitors. PICTURE: Joey Aguilar
Boat-makers showcase their skills at a live demo at the festival
Live demonstrations of basket-making and other handicraft at the festival venue
Visitors will have the chance to watch some maritime tournaments such as rowing and diving