Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA), in co-operation with the United Development Company, is organising a walkathon at The Pearl-Qatar tomorrow to mark Qatar National Sport Day.
QTA has sent an open invitation to the public, hotel establishments, and tourism companies to participate in the event.
“The event aims to allow participants to carry out a pleasant sport tour of The Pearl-Qatar, a synonym for the Arab Riviera in the heart of Doha,” said Saif al-Kuwari, director of Public Relations and Communications Department at QTA.
The walkathon is part of QTA’s efforts to engage the public and the hotel sector to attend and take part in world-class sport activities.
Al-Kuwari said they want to further boost the sports tourism industry in co-operation with private and public sectors and promote Qatar as a world tourism destination capable of attracting tourists from various countries.
“Through this event, we seek to highlight the importance of sport in preserving a healthy society, demonstrate a sportive spirit in the face of daily challenges, and show solidarity and co-operation to attain goals” he added.
The National Sport Day aims to shed the light on the importance of sports and physical activity in achieving a sound and healthy lifestyle, which in turn, helps in the development of the society.
The event is also an opportunity to spend quality time outdoors with family and friends.
The National Sport Day was launched in 2012 to spread awareness about the importance of physical activity and help develop and promote a healthy living and regular exercise.