This colossal, ziggurat-style building on the eastern end of Doha’s Corniche is a living work of art designed by Chinese-American architect I.M.Pei. Within its limestone walls, visitors are introduced to a spellbinding world of Islamic art curated from around the globe, with some exhibits dating as far back as 1,400 years ago. The collection is an enchanting mix of treasures from three continents and includes priceless Islamic artifacts retrieved from Central Asia, Egypt, India and other nations. Located at the end of a long, palm-lined walkway, the Museum of Islamic Art building overlooks reflecting pools and is considered a stunning example of modern Islamic architecture. This phenomenal masterpiece leaps across five tiers of astounding artistry, beautifully represented in its deeply symmetrical arches, geometric fixtures inspired by Egyptian mosques and sleek uninterrupted lines that attest to the architect’s discerning eye for detail.
National Museum of Qatar, popularly known for its unique architecture, is located in the capital city of Doha. It is a massive building featuring humongous disc-like shapes of vivid geometrical designs, intended to look like a giant rose from an aerial view. Across its 11 galleries, the museum uses the mediums of audio, visuals and aromas to relay the history of Qatar across its land and the sea. The expansive museum has a vast auditorium ideal for educational workshops and creative studios with an interactive library, encouraging visitors to read. These efforts are a step towards increasing tourism across the country and showcasing the vast oasis of knowledge, culture, and archaeology that Qatar has to offer.
Experience one of the best interactive journeys into space at Al Thuraya Planetarium. Designed to offer fantastic learnings about outer space through exhibits and documentaries, Al Thuraya is spread across a 2,240 square meters (24,111 square feet) claiming its status of being the main attraction in Katara Cultural Village, Doha. Boasting Qatar’s first planetarium with a state-of-the-art facility, the planetarium caters to all age groups. The most popular feature of the gallery is the Split Moon exhibit, which is combined with fascinating information on earth science. The museum also imparts information about astronomy, atmosphere, geology, and oceans—all of which is presented by professionals.
This colossal, ziggurat-style building on the eastern end of Doha’s Corniche is a living work of art designed by Chinese-American architect I.M.Pei. Within its limestone walls, visitors are introduced to a spellbinding world of Islamic art curated from around the globe, with some exhibits dating as far back as 1,400 years ago. The collection is an enchanting mix of treasures from three continents and includes priceless Islamic artifacts retrieved from Central Asia, Egypt, India and other nations. Located at the end of a long, palm-lined walkway, the Museum of Islamic Art building overlooks reflecting pools and is considered a stunning example of modern Islamic architecture. This phenomenal masterpiece leaps across five tiers of astounding artistry, beautifully represented in its deeply symmetrical arches, geometric fixtures inspired by Egyptian mosques and sleek uninterrupted lines that attest to the architect’s discerning eye for detail.
National Museum of Qatar, popularly known for its unique architecture, is located in the capital city of Doha. It is a massive building featuring humongous disc-like shapes of vivid geometrical designs, intended to look like a giant rose from an aerial view. Across its 11 galleries, the museum uses the mediums of audio, visuals and aromas to relay the history of Qatar across its land and the sea. The expansive museum has a vast auditorium ideal for educational workshops and creative studios with an interactive library, encouraging visitors to read. These efforts are a step towards increasing tourism across the country and showcasing the vast oasis of knowledge, culture, and archaeology that Qatar has to offer.
Experience one of the best interactive journeys into space at Al Thuraya Planetarium. Designed to offer fantastic learnings about outer space through exhibits and documentaries, Al Thuraya is spread across a 2,240 square meters (24,111 square feet) claiming its status of being the main attraction in Katara Cultural Village, Doha. Boasting Qatar’s first planetarium with a state-of-the-art facility, the planetarium caters to all age groups. The most popular feature of the gallery is the Split Moon exhibit, which is combined with fascinating information on earth science. The museum also imparts information about astronomy, atmosphere, geology, and oceans—all of which is presented by professionals.