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Souq Waqif, Museums & Culture in Doha

Discover Qatar’s heritage in Doha: the bustling Souq Waqif with its spices, falcons and cafés, the world-class Museum of Islamic Art in its striking I.M. Pei building, the National Museum of Qatar shaped like a desert rose, and Katara Cultural Village with its theatre, galleries and mosques.

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Souq & Culture in Doha — FAQ

What is the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha?
The Museum of Islamic Art is one of the world’s great collections of Islamic art, housed in a striking I.M. Pei-designed building on Doha’s Corniche, spanning 1,400 years of art from three continents.
What is Katara Cultural Village?
Katara Cultural Village is a waterfront cultural district in Doha with an amphitheatre, art galleries, mosques, restaurants and a beach, dedicated to celebrating Qatari and international arts and heritage.
Are Doha’s museums and souqs worth visiting?
Yes — the Museum of Islamic Art, the National Museum of Qatar, the lively Souq Waqif and Katara Cultural Village together showcase Qatar’s rich heritage and are highlights of any Doha visit.

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