LANDMARKS

Burj Doha

Also known as Burj Qatar, Burj Doha or Doha High Rise Office Building, this cylindrical skyscraper measuring 45 m in diameter and 238m high was designed by the French architect Jean Nouvel. Burj Doha was recognized in the 2012 Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Award, winning both the Best Tall Building Middle East & Africa and the Best Tall Building Worldwide.

Katara Masjid

Katara Masjid is one of the most beautiful Masjids in Qatar. It was designed by globally-known Turkish mosque designer, Zainab Fadil Oglu. The decorations of the Masjid of Katara were designed by a team of restoration specialists from Dolma Palace in Istanbul. The mosque features an outer surface garnished with turquoise and purple mosaic, and a wonderful interior design that adds even more glamour.

The Pearl Island

The Pearl Qatar is a man-made island near Doha’s prestigious West Bay District. Featuring Mediterranean-style yacht-lined marinas, residential towers, villas, and hotels, the area also offers a luxurious shopping experience with premium designer boutiques and showrooms.

The Pearl Monument

Located on Corniche Street, just before entering Dhow Harbor, stands the Pearl Monument. The fountain sculpture depicts a giant open oyster presenting a massive pearl in its mouth. This fountain, which lights up at night, provides an ideal photo opportunity while paying homage to Qatar’s pearling history.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF QATAR (Left

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The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) gives voice to Qatar’s rich heritage and culture. There, diverse communities are welcome to the vibrant and immersive space and come together to experience Qatar’s past, present and future. The building was designed by architect Jean Nouvel who was inspired by the desert rose crystal, which can be found in Qatar.

Villagio Mall

Housed on a total plot size of 360,000 sqm that hosts a dedicated mall area of 183,000 sqm, and, providing 90,000 sqm of world class shopping, 15,000 sqm of luxury brands and 3,300 car parking slots, Villaggio is equipped to comfortably meet the demands of every visitor. In addition, Villaggio is the most sought after destination in Qatar for top of the line luxury brands including Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Gucci, Valentino and Dolce & Gabbana.

ADDRESS: AL WAAB ST, DOHA, QATAR WEBSITE: HTTP://WWW.VILLAGGIOQATAR.COM/EN

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