Doha – Arab Capitals

Doha – Arab Capitals

Doha, capital of Qatar, located on the east coast of the Qatar Peninsula in the Persian Gulf. More than two-fifths of Qatar’s population lives within the city’s limits. Situated on a shallow bay indented about 3 miles (5 km)

History of Doha

• In 1825, the city of Doha was founded

• The name “Doha” came from the Arabic ad-dawḥa, “the big tree.” The reference might be to a prominent tree that stood at the site where the original fishing village arose

• In 1825, during the war between Qatar and Bahrain, Doha had been severely damaged and Abu Dhabi was helping Bahrain.

• In 1882, Al Rayyan built the Al Wajbah fortress, in southwestern Doha. The following year, Sheikh Qassim bin Mohammed Al Thani led a Qatari army to victory against the Ottomans.

Climate of Doha Arab Capital

• In Doha, the summers are long, sweltering, muggy, arid, and partly cloudy and the winters are comfortable, dry, windy, and mostly clear.

• Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 57°F to 107°F and is rarely below 51°F or above 112°F.

What is the currency of Doha?

The Qatari Riyal is the currency of Doha

What is the national language of Doha – Arab Capitals?

Arabic is the official language of this country but most of them also use English mostly when carrying out business.

Doha main airport

Hamad International Airport Doha

Doha’s economy

• The oil and natural gas revenues in Doha contribute significantly to the economic growth of the country,

• As the Qatari capital possesses reserves of oil and natural gas, and is considered home to Qatari oil and gas companies, in addition to the Qatari government’s initiative to open many areas for the development of the country’s economy

• Doha International Airport, now known as Hamad International Airport, was built in order to encourage tourism activities in the city.

Doha Landmarks

• Corniche Park
• Qatar district
• Souq Waqif
• Aqua Park
• Barzan Tower
• Al Zubarah Castle
• Aspire Zone
• Bousamra
• Katara Mosque
• Banana Island Resort

Read more about Arab capitals – The list of Arab Countries – List of Famous Arab Cities

Doha Weather