The 11th Senyar Festival, organised by the Katara Cultural Village, has kicked off. 54 teams from Qatar and other Gulf countries are participating in fishing and pearl diving competitions.

There will be prizes for the biggest fish and best skills in fishing, known as “haddaq”, and pearl diving, known as “lifa”. Only 17 types of fish are allowed to be caught.

The winners will be announced on Friday at Katara Beach. The festival celebrates Qatar’s maritime traditions and helps young people learn about their history and culture.