Doha is the capital city of Qatar. It is located on the coast of the Persian Gulf in the east of the country, on a peninsula that protrudes into the gulf. The city has a population of 1.35 million people (2015), making it the largest city in Qatar and the Arab world.
Doha was founded in the 1820s as an important trading port and pearling center. It remained a small town until the mid-20th century when oil was discovered in the surrounding region. The discovery of oil transformed Doha into a modern metropolis, and the city’s skyline is now dotted with skyscrapers.
Doha is home to many of Qatar’s most important cultural and educational institutions, including the Museum of Islamic Art, the Qatar National Library, and the Qatar Foundation. The city is also host to the annual Qatar International Film Festival and the Doha Tribeca Film Festival.
Doha is a bustling metropolis with a cosmopolitan atmosphere. The city’s population is a mix of Qatari nationals and expatriates from around the world.
Doha’s economy is driven by the oil and gas industry, but the city is also home to a thriving tourism sector