The capital city of the Middle Eastern nation of Qatar is the Doha. Serving as the hub of political and cultural activity of Qatar, Doha is a vibrant city with lots of offer. The city is home to world class attractions such as The Pearl, the Education City, the Aspire Tower, and Souq Waqif. One of the most stylish luxury hotels in Doha which offers tranquil accommodation is the Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara.

One of the best ways to get away from the mid-day heat in Doha and to have some fun while you’re at it is to take a splash at Aqua Park Qatar. Aqua Park Qatar is the first water park in Qatar and is one of the most exciting leisure attractions in Doha. With its adrenaline pumping rides, numerous pools and water attractions, and excellent family facilities, a day at this park is sure to be fun filled and memorable.

Located roughly about 15km from the city centre, Aqua Park Qatar was built in 2010 and has been a popular attraction ever since. The park is a great way to spend the day with family and friends. Speed and adrenaline junkies are sure to love the Slides Tower; a three storey high structure with multi-lane slides which have sudden drops, turns and twists which are sure to leave you dizzy, and the Space Boat; where you will dropped from a height of 20m into a 150m long tunnel which will sending whizzing into a splash pool! There are separate rides which are less intense for children as well. Families and get inflatable tubes and boats and float along the 600m long Lazy Pool, take a refreshing dip in the Lagoon wave pool, or swim and splash around in the Activity Pool. There are also cafeterias and restaurants so that you can grab a bite to eat while having fun. All in all, a visit to Aqua Park Qatar promises to be a fun filled experience.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+