Fanar is proud to offer you the opportunity to drop in to the Centre at anytime during our opening hours. We will offer you an introduction to the culture of Qatar, the Islamic religion and Arts, as well as offer you the chance to visit our Mosque and observe the prayer. Set against a backdrop of Arabian hospitality, you may taste the region's coffee and tea until your heart is content.AVAILABLE 8AM TO 1PM AND 5PM TO 8PM
Fanar will work with you in opening its doors to your organisation and cater to your party's special needs. This is a wonderful opportunity to orient your new staff in the culture and customs of Qatar and help them get the most from their time here. It also serves to educate and entertain existing staff or visitors to the Middle East in the way of life of Qatar. Our Group Tour programmes also offer the chance to get an overview of the Arabic language courses in 15 minute introductory lessons. Apply Now
On the last Friday of each month Fanar opens the door to the Muslim's way of worship. Travelling to a beautiful mosque outside of central Doha, our team will explain the call to prayer, the mosque and the prayer before returning to Fanar's own mosque to observe the sunset prayer. Dinner follows in the traditional way allowing you to chat informally and raise any further questions you may have. Apply Now
This tour offers you the rare chance to experience a fundamental part of Qatari life outside of the city. Fanar will drive you to a special location where you will be hosted in an outdoor majlis, see the changing face of the landscape as the sunsets, enjoy a hearty dinner in the traditional way and enjoy the environment away from the city. Apply Now
Friday at Fanar's mosque offers the many non-Arabic speakers in Qatar the chance to hear the khutbah (Friday sermon) in English. For the non-Muslim community who wish to listen, and are worried about the protocols, please contact us so that we may arrange to meet you before the prayer! Apply Now
Fanar welcomes people of all ages and our school's programme is especially targeted to our younger audience. For a school catering for any language, the programme offers our youth the chance to look at the history of Qatar and its culture as well as gain an understanding of the Islamic religion. Apply Now
Fanar has developed a range of programmes for non-Arab Muslims, new-Muslims and non-Muslims. Each covers the basics of Islam and practically introduces the student to the day-to-day behaviours expected of each and every Muslim. The new-Muslim course in particular aims to hold the hands of the new-Muslim as he or she takes their first steps in building a relationship with Allah. Non-Muslims wanting to understand Islam on a practical level are welcome! APPLY NOW
As Qatar is a country of diversity, one sure way to understand each other is to discuss those dos and don'ts particular to each culture and society. The goal behind this discussion is to secure an atmosphere where we live in harmony and with a co-operative lifestyle. APPLY NOW
This new programme from Fanar offers you the chance to motivate and revitalize your staff each week with a range of Friday morning competitions. Field your own teams in a series of events and activities; enjoy brunch and to the victor go the spoils! APPLY NOW
Fanar is pleased and privileged to make available many books in different languages; most notably its own publication entitled 'Understanding Islam,' which is now available in 6 languages: English, Tagalog, Spanish, French, Hindi and Czech. APPLY NOW
If your organization is looking for a convenient place to hold events then Fanar's Lecture Hall is the ideal place. Our facility seats 666 people and can offer you all that might need for your programme. Please contact us to arrange a visit and discuss your requirements. APPLY NOW
Drop in for coffee and biscuits each Tuesday morning. Meet new friends and exchange contacts. Find out who's who and what's what in your new (or old) home of Qatar. APPLY NOW