Which municipality in southern Qatar is home to the country's historic secondary port, known for its heritage dhow fishing port, restored souq, and Al Janoub Stadium?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Al Wakrah
- Step 1: Al Wakrah is one of Qatar's oldest and largest cities, located directly south of Doha along the eastern coast.
- Step 2: Historically a preeminent center for pearling and maritime trade with its own fleet of traditional dhows, Al Wakrah features a preserved historic harbor, Souq Al Wakrah on the beach, and the Zaha Hadid-designed Al Janoub Stadium.
- Step 3: It forms an integral part of the southern Doha metropolitan conurbation.
Answer
Al Wakrah.
Why not the others: 'Al Shamal' is the northernmost municipality encompassing Ruwais and Zubarah; 'Al Khor' is located in the northeast; 'Al Rayyan' is an inland western municipality immediately contiguous with Doha.
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