Great outdoors: Lusail has been constructed with outdoor living in mind. Qatar Tourism Ready to roll: The city has been 'raised from the sand,' giving complete freedom to become what planners wanted. Qatar Tourism New icons: Katara Towers are shaped like two scimitars, and have already made their mark on the Qatar skyline. Karim Jaafar/AFP/Getty Images Outdoor space: Lusail Boulevard plays host to regular events, from an annual food festival to the 2022 World Cup. Mohammed Dabbous/Reuters Downtime: Al Maha island is home to a theme park and a slew of international restaurants. Serdar Bitmez/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images Paris of the Middle East: Place Vendôme is a grand Paris-inspired shopping mall. Qatar Tourism Food with a view: The Marina area is home to food trucks, as well as waterfront walkways. Matthew Ashto/AMA/Getty Images New arrival: Lusail sprang to the world's attention when its stadium hosted the final of the World Cup in 2022. Hassan Ammar/AP Playing in the sand: Being built from scratch means the city can experiment with architecture. Qatar Tourism Following the mood: The annual International Food Festival has moved from Doha to Lusail. Qatar Tourism Big dreams: Lusail sprawls across nearly 15 square miles, with an anticipated population of around 200,000. Qatar Tourism Living on water: Residents love the coastal promenades and the outdoor lifestyle. Qatar Tourism All yours: The Waldorf Astoria hotel sits on the city's only private beach. Qatar Tourism Prev Next
