Making a splash: Qatar’s waterpark, whale sharks and the art of dhow making
Most citizens and residents depart for cooler climates over the summer months. However, there's no better way to cool down for those who stay behind than to jump into the water, and the Qatar 365 team did just that. First up, Aadel Haleem visited the country's newest and largest waterpark, Meryal and discovered that it was designed to honour Qatar's oil and gas industry. The park has created a buzz in the region for its thrilling rides and unique concept. There are intentionally rusty structures, quirkily named rides, and the waterpark's mascot, simply called 'Oily', mark the turning point in Qatar's economic history.
