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EPISODE · Aug 30, 2026 · 9 MIN

Shahaniya's Camels and the Desert's Heartbeat

from Qatar Travel Podcast with Maryam Al Thani · host Maryam Al Thani

Maryam drives east from Dukhan to Ash Shihaniyah, arriving at the camel racetrack and market. She visits the Sheikh Faisal Museum, talks with herders, and reflects on the town's summer racing season and the practical costs of living here. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Qatar: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Qatar guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 30 of Qatar Travel Podcast with Maryam Al Thani. Maryam Al Thani is in Ash Shihaniyah, Qatar. Places in this episode: Al Shahaniya Camel Racetrack, Al Shahaniya camel market, Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum, Al Jawazi Restaurant, Tap Coffee Shop, Sovereign Hotel, Al Shahaniya camel hospital, Lusail Stadium. Covered: Camel racing and culture, Local market and negotiations, Museum visit, Cost of living in Shahaniya, Summer heat and daily rhythm. Chapters:00:00 Sovereign Hotel01:16 Al Shahaniya Camel Racetrack03:27 Market04:31 Al Jawazi Restaurant05:33 Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum06:48 Tap Coffee Shop07:46 Room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #AlShahaniya #CamelRacing #QatarSummer #SheikhFaisalMuseum #CamelSouq #QatarDesert #TravelQatar #DohaDayTrips #ShahaniyaCamelTrack #QatarHeritage #BedouinCulture #summerinQatar #AlShahaniyaEats #KarakChai #QatarLiving #DesertInterior https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/qatar/

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