VIDEO: Bedouin heritage still engraved in Qatari culture
Over 50 years ago, Qatar wasn't what it is today. It was composed of tribes of Bedouins that traveled all around Qatar. They all lived off their farms, fishing, and pearl diving, which they would sell at a market.
The order of the family was pretty similar to other Bedouins in the Arab world. In other words, the men would lead the household go to the market and sell their produce, while the women would take care of the house, clean and cook.
As Qatar evolved so did the Bedouins. The tribes started settling down in different areas of Qatar and Doha. For example; one area next to Education City is called Bani Hajer (or Al Hawajer), as most members of the family of Al-Hajri live there.
A lot of areas in Qatar are named after certain families that have existed for generations and have helped the country become what it is today.
You would think that the old style of living of the Bedouins have become extinct, but most Bedouin families still have their farms, but not the whole family dedicates it's life to it. The farms are usually located outisde Doha in areas like Al Khor, Fuwairit and Zikreet.
Despite the fact that Qatar evolved, Bedouin heritage is still engraved in Qatar's culture.
Photo credit: Cog2012
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