The Ramadan Book Fair's second edition, which began on March 30 at Darb Al Saai in Umm Salal, has become popular among residents.
79 publishing houses and bookstores are featured in the fair which includes 31 from Qatar and 48 from overseas. The fair will now run till April 9, instead of ending on April 5, according to a statement from Qatar's Ministry of Culture. The exhibition will be accessible to the general public, Every day from 7 p.m. to midnight.
Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al Thani, Qatar's Minister of Culture, spoke at the exhibition's opening about its significance. The Ramadan Book Fair is a rich addition to a cultural year packed with events and activities. It will aid in the dissemination of innovative and creative ideals. The gathering broadens the possibilities for intelligent debate among artists and various social groups on a variety of topics, he added.
The variety of events at the Ramadan Book Fair distinguishes it. Visitors will discover a rich combination of culture and customs, ranging from fun family activities to educational cultural, and religious seminars. The Darb Al Saai has developed into a significant hub for social, cultural, and historical events in the nation, he continued.
The Ramadan Book Fair will feature a variety of events, such as lectures, classes on art and culture, puppet shows, and traditional storytelling.