It Takes A Ridiculously Long Time To Cross The Street
Doha is an odd city to walk around in. For starters, most people prefer to drive, thus pavements are frequently unoccupied (especially in the middle of the day). This is definitely one of the Things about Qatar You Should Know before travelling to this country.
The time it takes to cross the street is one oddity. In order to handle excessive traffic in the inner city, every crossroads is equipped with lights and pedestrian crossings. These are powered by a'smart system,' which use sensors to detect cars and direct traffic flow.
As a result, waiting 10 minutes or more to cross the street in Doha is not uncommon. However, you must wait since drivers are unpredictable, speeding is rampant, and jaywalkers can be fined up to $140.
