(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Fans attending the 12th FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) are in for a bonus treat. Not only will they get to see the world's best swimmers at the Hamad Aquatic Centre between December 3 and 7, but they will also get to enjoy themselves at the FINA Market Street, an interactive fan zone.
This fan zone will be set up at the entrance of the Hamad Aquatic Centre here and will give fans an opportunity to
soak up the unique atmosphere of the World Swimming Championships.
Activities at the fan zone will include live performances by traditional and contemporary artists from the region, appearances by star swimmers and chances for fans to pose for selfies with the official mascot of the championships, Bahoor - the Arabian seahorse. Fans can also get henna tattoos, go on camel rides or have fun in Zorb balls.
Visitors will also be able to experience the flavours of Qatar at an Arabian-themed Chill Out and Food and Beverage Zone that will serve a variety of international and Arabic dishes and showcase traditional Arabic entertainment.
Speaking ahead of the opening of FINA Market Street, the President of the Qatar Swimming Association and Executive Director of Doha 2014, Khalil Al Jaber, said: "As well as hosting a world-class event and supporting the athletes that have trained hard all year to get to this point, one of the most important elements of any live sporting event is to create a unique experience for spectators. Through FINA Market Street, the community will have the chance to enjoy all of the action of the pool in a relaxed and fun environment with their friends and family, and create special memories thanks to the sport of swimming. With the support of fans, events like these wouldn't be possible and we look forward to welcoming them all to Hamad Aquatic Centre."
FINA Market Street will start daily at 9am and stay open till 45 minutes after the last race during the five days of the event.
In just one week, Doha will open its doors to 1,100 top athletes from 171 countries, including the likes of Olympic gold medallists Ryan Lochte, Chad Le Clos and Daniel Gyurta.
Tickets for the 12th
FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) are available at Virgin Megastores and can also be purchased online at virginmegastores.qa.
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