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The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) is dedicated to bringing to life, the unique story of Qatar and its people. It actively gives voice to the nation’s rich heritage and culture and demonstrates our extensive network of ties with other nations and people around the world. Designed as a vibrant and immersive space, diverse communities can come together and experience Qatar’s past, present and future.

The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) offers an insight into Qatari culture with an extensive collection of Islamic art and artifacts. The museum represents Islamic art from three continents spanning for over 1,400 years. Its collection includes metal work, ceramics, jewelry, wood work, textiles and glass obtained from three continents and dating from the 7th to the 19th century.

Souq Waqif is noted for selling traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. The souq dates back at least a hundred years and was renovated in 2006 to conserve its traditional Qatari architectural style. It is often perceived to be the only lasting area in Doha that retains an authentic feel notably in reference to its commerce, architecture and culture.

Located at the sea-end of The Corniche, The Pearl Monument marks the entrance to the dhow harbour and a popular attraction especially for photography. Pear diving was once Qatar's main industry before oil and gas.

Msheireb Museums celebrate the history of four historic heritage houses in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha‭. ‬Located within the oldest part of the capital‭, ‬they form an important part of Qatar’s national history‭. ‬They reveal unique aspects of Qatar’s cultural and social development in inspiring to create trusted environments in which the people of Qatar will engage‭, ‬converse‭ ‬and exchange thoughts about both their past and their future‭.