The wonders of Qatari design don’t stop at the skyscrapers of Doha. Several uniquely designed mosques contribute to the architectural wealth of the country.
In this episode, the Qatar 365 team traveled around the city to explore some of Qatar’s architectural wonders.
Ibrahim Al Jaidah, an internationally renowned Qatari architect, tells Aadel Haleem that he is proud of his work, which has contributed to the modernization of the city. He shares his thoughts on the evolution of Qatar’s architectural identity over the past 20 years, highlighting both creativity and diversity.
There are more than 2,000 mosques in Qatar, which are an integral part of the landscape. Aadel discovered that some are unique in their structure, giving a contemporary effect to traditional places of worship, such as the Education City Mosque or the “leaning mosque”, designed by His Excellency Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani.
Qatar is a modern country that still looks to heritage and traditions, as Laila Humairah discovered while visiting the Qatar Foundation’s ancient Al Rayyan historic village. Traditional houses have been preserved and their unique features bear witness to the country’s humble origins.