This pageant of glorious design and spectacular craftsmanship is fun to see even if you've no intention to buy. The souq comes alive later in the evening, especially before a holiday, when men traditionally express the value of their relationships by buying 22-carat gold bangles, or a ‘set’ comprising earrings, necklace and bracelet, for the women in their family. Qatari bridal jewellery can cost thousands, but sometimes pieces can be traded back after the wedding for something more readily usable.
