Doha

Doha is the capital city and main financial hub of Qatar. Located on the Persian Gulf coast in the east of the country, north of Al Wakrah and south of Al Khor, it is home to most of the country's population. It is also Qatar's fastest growing city, with over 80% of the nation's population living in Doha or its surrounding suburbs, known collectively as the Doha Metropolitan Area.
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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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