Is Qatar’s ‘Palm Island’ set for a comeback?
The island was shut down during the mid 2000’s for reasons that have not been disclosed to the public. News suggesting the restoration of Qatar’s deserted Palm Island surfaced after…
Share
Posts by tag
history
53 posts
A look into some of Qatar’s main heritage sites
Heritage sites across Qatar provide a look into the country’s past, enabling those in the present to understand the decades-long journey it has made. Qatar is home to a number…
Share
Keen on preserving Qatari heritage? Here’s how to get involved
The committee aims to preserve the Qatari heritage for more generations to come. Qatar University (QU), together with the College of Arts and Sciences, has formed a committee that aims…
Share
‘I Love You Jerusalem’ makes subtle appearance in ‘Doha Capital of Culture’ promo
The pro-Palestine song won the Golden Award at the 7th Cairo Festival for Radio and Television in 2001. Oud strings from the “I Love You Jerusalem” song composed by the…
Share
Qatar discovers historical archaeological remains in Lusail
The site is said to still have several undiscovered archaeological pieces of evidence. Qatar Museums has announced the discovery of long-hidden archaeological remains in the Al-Usaylah cemetery, one of the…
Share
A door to Qatar’s Archeological history
Culture Pass members will have a lifetime opportunity to visit historical sites across Qatar through curated tours taking place this month. Qatar Museums’ “Atharna” programme offers a gateway to discover…
Share
Calling all collectors! ‘Mal Lawal’ auction offers rare decades-old gems
The auction will include articles and pictures from the 1960s and 1970s for all collectors to enjoy. Curious to know what life looked like decades ago? Say no more. Mal…
Share
Dar Al Kutub: Rereading old chapters at the first library in the Gulf region
Doha News goes to Dar Al Kutub Al Qatariyya, a birthplace for the country’s academic development and achievements. Way before e-books and easily accessible magazines, people had to drive miles…
Share
Curtains close: Back in time at Qatar’s first-ever cinema
Lights out, projectors off, curtains close. Long before spacious movie theatres and large screens, watching films was a little different. In fact, films had to physically travel from place to…
Share
