Qatari pavilion dazzles visitors with cultural shows

The Qatari pavilion at International Horticultural Expo 2023 Doha is presenting culturally rich shows that captivate visitors of the International Zone in the exhibition held at Al Bidda Park.The traditional and cultural shows included "Al Ardha”, "Al Hazzawi”, "Al Naham”, and "Lumradah”.The events received praise from visitors, who immersed themselves in the heritage of the Qatari people on land, at sea, and in the farmlands.These elements are embodied in rhythms, performances, and colours that express uniqueness, excellence, and creativity.The pavilion starts its activities with "Al Ardha", accompanied by interludes that include segments representing the cultural richness passed down by previous generations.Traditional music enhances the atmosphere and activities of the International Zone at Expo 2023 Doha, embodying the spirit of unity among the people of Qatar, past and present, in social, cultural, and international events.Qatar’s pavilion saw significant public turnout for other Qatari heritage performances, such as "Al Hazzawi", where children gather to listen to ancestral stories that link folk heritage and well-known traditions.Members of the audience were also eager to follow "Al Naham", a type of singing expressing Qatari maritime heritage during pearl diving trips, evoking a sense of melancholy among exhibition visitors every night, as it conveys the emotions of sailors during these journeys.Amid the fast-paced traditional performances, between the dances of "Al Ardha" and the singing of "Al Naham", the "Lumradah" events are performed by women wearing traditional jewellery and heritage clothing in vibrant colours, distinctive embroidery, henna designs, and wreaths of basil and jasmine.