QNL Archives

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Want to know more about Quranic manuscripts? Check out QNL’s new events!

The nation’s biggest library houses around a thousand Quranic volumes. To celebrate the Holy month of Ramadan and Arabic Manuscript Day, Qatar National Library [QNL] is hosting a number of…

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Why we must preserve the Arabic language

The strength and weakness of a language and its respective nation are closely interrelated, when one goes down—so does the other, and vice versa. When asked about the most horrific…

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Qatar National Library returns to normal opening hours amid dip in Covid cases

It’s time to go back to your favourite study spot after months of capacity restrictions. Qatar National Library has announced that it will go back to normal opening hours starting Tuesday,…

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Qatar National Library highlights region’s literary history

A series of events will take place this month highlighting the importance of literature in the Arab world at the Qatar National Library (QNL) QNL will host events this January…

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QNL exhibition zooms in on history of photography in region

The unique exhibition includes rare examples of the first photographic printing techniques. Qatar National Library [QNL] has launched its latest exhibition, exploring the beginnings of photography in the region. “Between…

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Ready for a month of culture and art at Qatar National Library?

The library is launching a series of events and activities for the month of October. Art, culture, music, and photography – these are just a few of the activities Qatar…

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QNL to kick off virtual Palestine Cultural Week

The five-day celebration of Palestinian food, dance, art and culture is suitable for all ages, and it’s free to join in. Qatar National Library (QNL) is set to kick off…

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Culture

QNL and partners to support rebuilding of Lebanon cultural organisations

Qatar National Library has partnered up with global bodies to reconstruct cultural organisations in Lebanon damaged by the Beirut blast last year. Qatar National Library (QNL) has partnered up with…

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Qatar National Library unveils exciting summer activities for July

The library is launching a series of virtual events and workshops for people of all ages to make the summer season fun and memorable. Qatar National Library has announced an…

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