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The Amazing Adventure of Azra and Ali: A Heartwarming Tale of Friendship in Qatar.

The story of Falcons

March 16, 2023

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Once upon a time, in the country of Qatar, there was a magnificent golden falcon named Azra. Azra was the strongest and most beautiful falcon in the whole land. One day, while soaring high in the sky, Azra spotted a young boy wandering alone in the desert. The boy’s name was Ali, and he was
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National Bird of Qatar | Symbols of Qatar

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February 21, 2023

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Falcons are a significant part of Qatari culture and tradition, and they hold the title of the Official National Bird. In Qatar, these birds are considered the most powerful, majestic, and largest of all bird species, and they have a significant cultural and traditional significance in many Middle Eastern countries, particularly in falconry. Falcons in
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The art of falconry and what we know about Qatar’s national bird/فن صيد الصقور وما نعرفه عن طائر قطر الوطني

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February 21, 2023

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Falconry has deep roots in Qatar and across the Gulf countries. The ancient tradition is gaining renewed interest, especially among the youth, who are keen on preserving their ancestor’s heritage. Falcons were used by the Bedouin tribes to hunt migratory birds for food, and the training process between the bird and falconer created a unique
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Falconry – Qatar’s National Sport and Cultural Touchstone

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February 21, 2023

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Al-Thani family, Bedouins, cultural identity., culture, diversification, Endangered species, Falcon Hospital, Falconry, history, Houbara bustard, international falconry competitions, investments, Katara International Hunting and Falcons Exhibition, Middle East, Modernization, Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, Souq Waqif, state-of-the-art, status symbol, World Cup

Long before Qatar became famous for hosting the World Cup, falconry was the country’s national sport. The Souq Waqif, an ancient marketplace in Doha, embodies Qatar’s rich cultural heritage. The souq is a labyrinth of narrow streets connected to a spacious main square, serving as a trading post for Bedouins arriving on camels and travelers
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Falcon is no animal or bird. Falcon is a falcon

The Amazing Adventure of Azra and Ali: A Heartwarming Tale of Friendship in Qatar.

National Bird of Qatar | Symbols of Qatar

Falconry – Qatar’s National Sport and Cultural Touchstone

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The Amazing Adventure of Azra and Ali: A Heartwarming Tale of Friendship in Qatar.

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The art of falconry and what we know about Qatar’s national bird/فن صيد الصقور وما نعرفه عن طائر قطر الوطني

Falconry – Qatar’s National Sport and Cultural Touchstone

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