(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Al Shaqab Equestrian Centre's tent at Darb Al Saai is enabling visitors to explore the world of horses, and helping honour a tradition deeply rooted in Qatari heritage.
Al Shaqab, a member of Qatar Foundation (QF), is giving special riding lessons and horse healthcare tips outside the QF tent.
As part of its celebrations, the centre competed in the annual National Day Cup, taking home honours in the endurance category.
Jockey Faleh Bughenaim came first in the adult category. Racing 120km on his horse 'Halte A Tout', he was led to victory by the team's manager and trainer Hadi Al Ramzani.
Hassan Tahous Al Nuaimi came fifth in the same race, while Mohammed Bughenaim was second in the 100km race.
Thousands of students from across Qatar have been visiting QF's tent for National Day celebrations and taking inspiration for career opportunities.
Events help introduce young people and the general public to QF's initiatives and achievements that support Qatar in building a knowledge-based economy by unlocking human potential.
Youngsters took part in fun and educational activities based around QF's three pillars of education, research and community development.
Activities included a reading corner to promote interest in literature, and professional development activities encouraging students to choose career paths aligned with their interests.
Since the opening of QF's tent on December 8, QF Radio has been encouraging participating students to build confidence by giving them the opportunity to be reporters for the day and consider broadcasting as a future career.
Dozens of Qatari students conducted interviews in Arabic and English with visitors. Among them was 15-year-old Qatar Academy student Sultan Al Sulaiti.
He said: "Radio broadcasting is my hobby. This is my first opportunity to do it in a professional setting. This experience has given me the opportunity to communicate with the public and QF Radio's listeners, and prompted me to think about the possibility of specialising in the field."
Al Sulaiti had the opportunity to interview Qatari veteran actor Ghazi Hussein.
Hussein said: "This is the second time I have come to QF's tent to participate in National Day celebrations.
"I think the movement in Darb Al Saai is in full swing, and it is so wonderful to see so many people of all ages and nationalities celebrating together Qatar's beautiful history and culture."
The tent is open throughout National Day celebrations until December 20.
Open to families, activities include healthy living exercises, children's interactive play area and colouring station.
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