One of the finest places to visit in Qatar and certainly amongst the top Doha sightseeing attractions, the Msheireb Museums are the 4 historical marvels showing the rich fishing history of Doha. Amongst many other things it offers, the museums also show how Doha began its journey as a small fishing village and rose to those hikes. The place is perfect for those who wish to understand the different aspects Qatar's history right from its roots.
Number 2: National Museum Of Qatar - Catch A Glimpse Of Qatar's History In Three Parts
Another museum based just of the water of Corniche in Doha is the National Museum of Qatar. Build with an incredible view of the bay, the museum shows Qatar's history in three parts. One of the finest places to visit in Doha near the airport,
visitors coming here get to see the beginning days, life in Qatar, and
the modern history in the country that is enough to make you fall in
love with this land. What is exciting about the museum is that it
displays the pearl carpet of Baroda along with many other Qatar attractions.
Number 3:Mathaf-Haven for the modern art
Rooted in Doha's education city and an Arab Museum catering to the modern art, the Mathaf museum of Modern Art Qatar has over 9000 pieces of art of display which have been collected over a time span of 25 years. Now what is interesting about this museum is that it provides it visitors with a free tour of the museum and informs everything about any particular piece while providing free shuttle service for its visitors. Hence, this is a place to visit for art lovers.
Number 4:Katara Cultural Village-A hightlight of the vibrant culture of Qatar
A place that presents a true highlight of the vibrant culture of Qatar, the Katara Cultural Village
is a perfect historical attraction that houses a theatre, gardens, two
elegantly designed mosques, a wide number of art galleries, and so much
more. One can take a glimpse of the amazing history of Qatar or head
over to the restaurants in the area to savor a happening meal during the
evenings. A place that takes one on a journey through the past of Doha,
the Katara Cultural Village portrays how Doha rose from its roots to become the city that it is today.
Number 5:Museum of Islamic Art-get a sight of the Holy Quran of the seventeenth century
One of the finest places to visit in Qatar, the Museum of Islamic Art is nestled in the heart of Doha and occupies its own private island. The design of the museum is one of its main highlights as it appears to float on water from certain angles. Designed by the world-renowned architect I.M.Pei, the MIA has been coated with Limestone and houses over 15000 manuscripts and texts. These manuscripts and texts have been collected from all over the world and are a major highlight for the visitors. In fact, one can find the best of textiles, pottery, glassworks, etc., that have been collected from countries like India, China, Spain, Iraq, Turkey, and so on.
The best part? Visitors get to see the holy Quran from the seventeenth Century which is extremely to find anywhere in the world.
Sources:
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