Amiri Diwan announces two days official holiday for Qatar National Day

It's going to be a long weekend, QLers! Get set to fully immerse in the celebratory mode. 

Doubling the joy of Qatar National Day, the Amiri Diwan has announced that Wednesday, December 18 and Thursday, December 19 will be official holidays.

Employees will rejoin their work on Sunday, December 22.

On the occasion of Qatar National Day, the Amiri Diwan announced that Wednesday 18/12/2019 and Thursday 19/12/2019 will be an official holiday, and that employees will rejoin their work on Sunday 22/12/2019. #QNA pic.twitter.com/RERAkWG1Jd

— Qatar News Agency (@QNAEnglish) December 17, 2019

Qatar National Day is celebrated with immense national pride and unmatched zeal by citizens and residents in the country.

There's lots happening around town including, the exciting activities at Darb Al Saai, Katara Cultural Village, Mall of Qatar, and other popular venues. 

Those who wish to watch the Qatar National Day parade can do so on the Doha Corniche at 9.00 am.

The Security Committee for Qatar National Day Activities has urged the public to reach the location as early as possible.

Sixteen parking locations have been specified for the public to park their vehicles and travel to and from the Corniche in shuttle buses.

People can also use the Doha Metro to reach the shuttle bus points.

The committee has also stressed on the need to take necessary safety measures in anticipation of weather conditions and urged parents to take care of children and ensure their safety.

There will be special places for families who wish to see the parade. 

Qatar National Day 2019 is being marked under the slogan 'Al Maali Kaydah,' which means "supremacy is hard to reach."

The slogan is inspired by a poem by Qatar's founder Sheikh Jassim describing his son Sheikh Ali bin Jassim (Joaan) and gives a clear picture of a whole generation of Qatari youth in the founding period.

'Within ten years, he mastered all glory and arts...
and attained all traits of excellence and vigorous'

The Founder Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed laments his martyr son, Sheikh Joaan, and gives a glimpse into the truth of a generation of young people who grew up on ethics and was raised to acquire knowledge even if the price of that sacrifice was too expensive.

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Source: QNA

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