(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
The Cultural Village Foundation-Katara continues to attract huge crowds to its eight-day National Day celebrations featuring 60 spectacular cultural events and activities.
A dancing fountain accompanied by stunning lights and patriotic songs is a visual delight which has been a big draw at the Katara Esplanade, as well as the traditional Qatari Ardah dance performances. The fountain show takes place every 20 minutes, from 4 pm to 10 pm.
Another crowd-puller is an exhibition of vintage cars, organised in cooperation with Al Mawater.
An Allegiance Book, titled ‘Loyalty' has been placed in the village, offering visitors a chance to express their love and gratitude to the nation and its wise leadership. The pavilion also showcases signatures of dignitaries from the previous years.
The Arts Village presents the best of arts and heritage including traditional food, accessories and gift shops, commemorative prints, a decoupage shop, sand sculptures, photographic mosaics, a pottery exhibition and workshops. In addition, exhibitions by artist Ali Dasmal, artistic workshops for Reach Qatar, a currency exhibition, a post card exhibition, video games, poetry sessions and a photography competition are open to the public.
Also participating at the celebration is 7th Heaven Center with an array of art activities and workshops.
'The Centres' participation at Katara's National Day Celebrations is a remarkable one this year, as a series of creative and interactive workshops have been designed specifically for this national occasion, which is close to everyone's hearts. These activities are held with an aim to cater to those with an inclination towards fine arts amongst both the youngsters and adults, said Amal Al Aathem, Director of 7th Heaven Center.
She pointed out that the centre enriches the visitors' experience as it offers them with an opportunity to express their appreciation on two murals positioned next to building 15.
Children enjoy themselves in various workshops that offer colouring and drawing, dolls, clay, alongside engraving of Qatar's flag. These workshops depict details relating to Qatar's history and geography, as well as information about Katara's iconic landmarks. Aside from these, other competitions, traditional games and interactive shows are being staged across the Cultural Village.
Fifty Qatari outlets are participating in the daily bazaar held in cooperation with Bedaya Centre. The outlets display products rich in Qatari culture with a touch of modernity.
Many Qatari and expatriate families were also seen enjoying the traditional tents of Al Gannas Association, Al Galayel Championship, and a special exhibition titled 'Homeland Guardians by Ali Jassem from Qatar, and Mohamed Hassan from Kuwait. The unique exhibition presents rare military collectibles from the 50's and 60's until today.
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