Lehsiniya
Lehsiniya ( ar, لحصين; also spelled Al Hassaniya) is a village in Qatar located in the municipality of Al-Shahaniya. It is near the eastern border with Al Rayyan Municipality. Etymology The name "Lehsiniya" originates from the Arabic word "hassan", which translates to "beautiful". It earned this name because of the abundant vegetation found in the area. Infrastructure To the south of the village is a shooting range for the Qatar Amiri Guard The Qatari Amiri Guard ( ar, الحرس الأميري), also spelled as the Emiri Guard is an elite military protection unit of the Qatari Armed Forces. Their barracks are located in downtown Doha. Activities Protective services The unit's pri .... A large farm is also maintained in the area. References Populated places in Al-Shahaniya {{Qatar-geo-stub ...
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Qatar Amiri Guard
The Qatari Amiri Guard ( ar, الحرس الأميري), also spelled as the Emiri Guard is an elite military protection unit of the Qatari Armed Forces. Their barracks are located in downtown Doha. Activities Protective services The unit's primary responsibilities include ensuring the security of the Emir of Qatar and the House of Al Thani. Members of the unit stand guard at the Emir's residence in the capital of Doha and escort the head of state to different events. Ceremonial duties The unit provides public duties on behalf of the entire military. It provides guards of honor during military ceremonies (e.g. military parades, state visits, and funeral honors). It uses British style honor guard rituals when providing a general salute or conducting any commands in general. Members of the guard are annual participants in the Qatari National Day Parade. Assets *The Amiri Guard maintains a guard school at Barzan Camp that serves as a training center for potential recruits. Outs ...
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