Doha

Some of the key events about Doha

• 1825

  The Al Thani family established Doha as their capital
• 1867

  A severe cholera epidemic struck Doha, causing significant loss of life
• 1916

  Ottoman forces bombarded and damaged Doha during World War I
• 1932

  The Great Depression caused a collapse in the pearl market, devastating Doha's economy
• 1937

  A major fire destroyed much of Doha's central market area
• 1949

  Oil was discovered in Qatar, leading to rapid development of Doha
• 1956

  Riots broke out in Doha against British colonial rule
• 1963

  A severe drought affected Doha, causing water shortages and crop failures
• 1971

  Doha became the capital of the newly independent state of Qatar
• 1975

  Qatar University, the country's first national college of higher education, was established in Doha
• 1991

  Doha was hit by Iraqi Scud missiles during the Gulf War
• 1997

  The Museum of Islamic Art was conceived, later becoming a major cultural landmark
• 2005

  A suicide bombing at a theater in Doha killed one person and injured several others
• 2006

  Doha successfully hosted the 15th Asian Games, showcasing its ability to organize large international events
• 2010

  Qatar was selected to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup, with Doha as a central hub
• 2011

  The Pearl-Qatar, an artificial island spanning nearly four million square meters, was completed
• 2012

  A major fire at the Villaggio Mall in Doha killed 19 people, including 13 children
• 2016

  Hamad International Airport, one of the most advanced airports in the world, became fully operational
• 2019

  The National Museum of Qatar opened, featuring innovative architecture and exhibits on Qatari history and culture
• 2022

  Controversy surrounded the treatment of migrant workers during preparations for the FIFA World Cup in Doha

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