[48] From the 1950s to 1970s, the population of Doha grew from around 14,000 inhabitants to over 83,000, with foreign immigrants constituting about two-thirds of the overall population. Guy and Lt. Brucks mapped and wrote a description of the two settlements. [158] Doha won the bid to host the event over Barcelona and Eugene. [25], The Al Thani family migrated to Doha from Fuwayrit shortly after Bin Tarif's death in 1847 under the leadership of Mohammed bin Thani. The city houses numerous domestic and international organizations, including the country's largest oil and gas companies. [171] Al-Kass Sports Channel's headquarters is also located in Doha.[172]. [42], As for Doha's population, Lorimer asserts that "the inhabitants of Dohah are estimated to amount, inclusive of the Turkish military garrison of 350 men, to about 12,000 souls". Some of the universities in Doha include: Football is the most popular sport in Doha. [101] Thirty-nine new hotels were under construction in the city in 2011. It consists of four lines: the Red Line, the Gold Line, the Blue Line, and the Green Line. The same year, an agreement known as the General Maritime Treaty was signed between the East India Company and the sheikhs of several Persian Gulf settlements (some of which were later known as the Trucial Coast). Theatrical performances are held at Qatar National Theater and at the Qatar National Convention Center in Doha. [67] Other islands off Doha's coast include Palm Tree Island, Shrao's Island, Al Safliya Island, and Alia Island. Doha on ollut korkeintaan pienimuotoinen kylä ennen öljyn löytymistä Qatarista 1900-luvun puolella. °F. Shopping abounds in the city's plentiful malls, while the Corniche impresses visitors with picturesque architecture and dazzling views of the harbor. [144] Doha also hosts International Tennis Federation (ITF) ladies tournaments. [160], Doha will host the 2030 Asian Games. Following the founding of Doha, written records often conflated Al Bidda and Doha due to the extremely close proximity of the two settlements. Due to excessive heat from the sun during the summer, some Doha-based building companies have implemented various forms of cooling technology to alleviate the extremely torrid climatic conditions. Dank des neuen Visa-Waiver Programms bei Ankunft. De vigtigste industrier er olie og fiskeri.. Historie. Parts constructed after the 1950s were demolished whereas older structures were refurbished. [116] Discussions regarding temperature control have also been features of various scheduled events involving large crowds. Seaton attempted to bombard the town with his warship, but returned to Muscat upon finding that the waters were too shallow to position his warship within striking distance. Doha skyline from the Museum of Islamic Art. [16], Doha was founded in the vicinity of Al Bidda sometime during the 1820s. Its elevation is 10 m (33 ft). [148], The city submitted a bid for the 2016 Olympics. Für weitere Informationen klicken Sie hier. [11][12], In 1820, British surveyor R. H. Colebrook, who visited Al Bidda, remarked on the recent depopulation of the town. Sporting venues in Doha and its suburbs include: Doha was chosen as the Arab Capital of Culture in 2010. [6], The city of Doha was formed seceding from another local settlement known as Al Bidda. The races take place in Doha Bay. [86], In 2004, the Foreign Ownership of Real Estate Law was passed, permitting non-Qatari citizens to buy land in designated areas of Doha, including the West Bay Lagoon, the Qatar Pearl, and the new Lusail City. [25] Bin Tarif had been loyal to the Al Khalifa, however, shortly after the swearing-in of a new ruler in Bahrain, bin Tarif grew increasingly suspicious of the ruling Al Khalifa and switched his allegiance to the deposed ruler of Bahrain, Abdullah bin Khalifa, whom he had previously assisted in deposing of. Istanbul; Carrier Departure Date Return Date Lowest Price ; MEA : Mar 6, 2020 : Mar 10, 2020 : QAR823: MEA : Feb 21, 2020 : Feb 27, 2020 : QAR932: MEA : Feb 23, 2020 The city has also hosted the 140th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in April 2019. This city was also recently given a listing as one of the "Urban Wonders" by the New 7 Wonders Cities. They are Al Ahli, Al Arabi, Al Sadd, Al-Duhail and Qatar SC. Prices increased 5 to 10% in the first quarter of 2014 from the end of 2013. He was really patient with our demands, questions and the responses we received were satisfactory. It was officially declared as the country's capital in 1971, when Qatar gained independence from being a British Protectorate. Accessibility Help. Your IP address is 207.46.13.111. [143], In 2001, Qatar became the first country in the Middle East to hold a women's tennis tournament with the inauguration of its Qatar Ladies Open tournament. Doha four times was the host of the official FIVB Volleyball Men's Club World Championship and three times host FIVB Volleyball Women's Club World Championship. Guide Price £1,799 pp Mix towering skyscrapers, winding cobbled streets and bustling markets with relaxing sandy beaches, emerald tea plantations and ancient temples on this incredible journey through Qatar and Sri Lanka. The shining jewel of Qatar, Doha is a multicultural city, home to most of the country's population as well as expatriate communities from a range of origins. [170] The multinational media conglomerate Al Jazeera Media Network is based in Doha with its wide variety of channels of which Al Jazeera Arabic, Al Jazeera English, Al Jazeera Documentary Channel, Al Jazeera Mubasher, beIN Sports Arabia and other operations are based in the TV Roundabout in the city. However, revenues were somewhat diminished due to the devaluation of pearl trade in the Persian Gulf brought on by the introduction of the cultured pearl and the Great Depression. Several expressway projects were delivered by ASHGHAL or the Public Works Authority, including Industrial Area Road, Doha Expressway, Dukhan Highway Central, North Road, Al Sheehaniya Leatooriya Lijmiliya Road, F-Ring Road, and Salwa Road Phase 2. Doha was classified as the eastern section of Katar. According to the Ministry of Municipality and Environment, the name "Doha" originated from the Arabic term dohat, meaning "roundness"—a reference to the rounded bays surrounding the area's coastline. The winter's days are relativity warm while the sun is up and cool during the night. [94] Several other churches exist in Doha, including the [1] St.Isaac and St. George Greek Orthodox Church of Qatar the Syro-Malabar Church, Malankara Orthodox Church, Mar Thoma Church (affiliated with the Anglicans, but not part of the Communion), CSI Church, Syro-Malankara Church and a Pentecostal church. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions. In the record, the ruler and a fort in the confines of Al Bidda are alluded to. The new airport is almost twice the size of the former and features two of the longest runways in the world. Qatar's capital Doha is becoming increasingly popular as a stopover city. The majority of the teams that make up the official Qatari Basketball League are based in Doha. Qatar's Amir (ruler) is housed in the Amiri Diwan located in the historic Al Bidda district. Current weather in Doha and forecast for today, tomorrow, and next 14 days Einwohner von bis zu 80 Ländern* haben ab sofort die Möglichkeit Visa frei nach Qatar einzureisen. Doha is also home to many expatriates from Europe, North America, South Africa and Australia. For day excursions, Doha Zoo features a variety of animals, including the Oryx, Qatar's national animal. [83] The district with the highest population density is the central area of Al Najada, which also accommodates the highest total population in the country. He subsequently evicted the ruling Sudan tribe and installed the Al-Maadeed and Al-Kuwari tribes in positions of power. ", A third of the Doha Metro is currently fully operational. [93] Following decrees by the Emir for the allocation of land to churches, the first Catholic church, Our Lady of the Rosary, was opened in Doha in March 2008. [98] Instead, the government shifted their focus toward the Doha Bay area, which housed districts such as Al Dafna and West Bay. [15] As punishment for alleged piracy committed by the inhabitants of Al Bidda and breach of the treaty, an East India Company vessel bombarded the town in 1821. [99] Doha was included in Fortune's 15 best new cities for business in 2011. Comprises several quarters opened over different phases, Msheireb aims to preserve and enhance the historic downtown area. The UN estimates the July 1, 2020 population at 2,881,053. [53] Two years later, Qatar stepped in to host the FIFA World Youth Championship, with all the matches being played in Doha-based stadiums. See More Historical Data in Doha; See Analysis of our Consumer Price Basket in Doha Doha accommodates Education City, an area devoted to research and education; Hamad Medical City, an Hamad Medical Corporation administrative area of medical care which includes Hamad General Hospital, Heart Hospital, Women's Wellness, and Research Center and Qatar Rehabilitation Institute as well as a number of specialty clinics and support infrastructure. This could contain two hundred men. The National Museum of Qatar, which was constructed in place of the original Qatar National Museum, opened to the public on 28 March 2019. There are remaining at Ul Budee about 250 men, but the original inhabitants, who may be expected to return from Bahrein, will augment them to 900 or 1,000 men, and if the Doasir tribe, who frequent the place as divers, again settle in it, from 600 to 800 men. [169], Qatar's first radio station, Mosque Radio, began broadcasting in the 1960s from Doha. 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To support the expanding city and increasing numbers of residents and commuters, Qatar has heavily invested in upgrading the infrastructure of Doha and Qatar. English is commonly used as a second language,[87] and a rising lingua franca, especially in commerce. Lastly, the Blue Line, or City Line, will only cover the inner city of Doha, and is planned to be semi-circular with a length of 17.5 km.[127]. Doha Clinic is a premium Hospital, which will ideally be suitable for any sites related to Optometrist, Eye Doctor, Medical, LAsik Eye Surgery Center, Eye Hospital, Opticals, medicine, clinics, doctors, eye clinics and any other sites related to medical topics or health care OR Eye Care [140], Considering the country's rapid development for 2022 World Cup, FIFA awarded the hosting rights of 2019 FIFA Club World Cup and 2020 FIFA Club World Cup also to Qatar. Best Doha Hotels on Tripadvisor: Find 29 022 traveller reviews, 23,153 candid photos, and prices for hotels in Doha, Qatar. Doha (arabisk: الدوحة, tr. Hauptort der Gemeinde ist die gleichnamige Stadt Doha. [106] This rate of growth led to the development of planned communities in and around the city. From 2011-2012, Qatar experienced an astounding 7.5% growth rate, and there is no signs of slowing. As this country is quoted by the BBC as ..."a state built by immigrants,..." we can see this fact in the statistics with non-Qatari residents coming in at 88.4% of the population and Qatari at only 11.6% of the population. [44][45], Buildings at the time were simple dwellings of one or two rooms, built from mud, stone and coral. Theatre was introduced to Qatar in the mid-20th century. [43] One year later, Qatar agreed to be a British protectorate with Doha as its official capital. Since 2008, the Sony Ericsson Championships (equivalent to the ATP's season-ending Championships) has taken place in Doha, in the Khalifa International Tennis Complex, and features record prize money of $4.45 million, including a check of $1,485,000 for the winner, which represents the largest single guaranteed payout in women's tennis. Works include road widening, underpasses, interchanges, stormwater drainage systems, effluent networks, systems networks, and lighting to improve road travel use and improved safety for all road users. [71], A significant portion of Qatar's population resides within the confines of Doha and its metropolitan area. This was accepted by Mohammad bin Thani's son, Jassim Al Thani, who wished to protect Doha from Saudi incursions. I agree to the terms and conditions of the Privilege Club Programme. [104] Al Asmakh, a Qatari real estate firm, released a report in 2014 which revealed substantial increases in real estate prices following a peak in 2008. The Doha Film Institute (DFI) is an organisation established in 2010 to oversee film initiatives and create a sustainable film industry in Qatar. [49], Qatar officially declared its independence in 1971, with Doha as its capital city. Land reclamation off the coast has added 400 hectares of land and 30 km of coastline. [33], Disagreement over tribute and interference in internal affairs arose, eventually leading to the Battle of Al Wajbah in March 1893. [62] Doha is highly urbanized. The Blue Line is expected to be completed in the second phase in 2025. [70] Rainfall is scarce, at a total of 75 mm (2.95 in) per year, falling on isolated days mostly between October to March. Skyline of Doha West Bay from Sheraton Park. Guttur – Or Ul Budee [Al‐Bidda], once a considerable town, is protected by two square Ghurries [forts] near the seashore; but containing no freshwater they are incapable of defense except against sudden incursions of Bedouins, another Ghurry is situated two miles inland and has fresh water with it. It was also selected as host city of a number of sporting events, including the 2006 Asian Games, the 2011 Pan Arab Games and most of the games at the 2011 AFC Asian Cup. The town is built up the slope of some rising ground between these two extremes and consists of 9 Fanqs or quarters, which are given below in their order from the east to the west and north: the total frontage of the place upon the sea is nearly 2 miles.[40]. [110]:45, Many of the older structures (1960-1970s) in the Old Doha districts have been demolished to make space for new buildings. [113] Constructions were suspended in 2012 following concerns that the tower would impede flight traffic[114] and the site is being redeveloped into a park.

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