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Doha Fort (Al Koot)

About:

Doha Fort is a famous tourist spot. It was built in 1880 to be a police station, later it was used as a jail.

The fort also houses Bedouin Sadu, handicrafts, fishing equipment, wooden ornaments, boats, historical photos, artwork including oil paintings of craft workers and daily life

Address: Jassim Bin Mohammed Street, (Near Souq Waqif), Doha

Tel: 4424143



Zubarah Fort

About:

The Zubarah Fort was built by Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani, in 1938. It served as a Coast Guard Station and also as a police station for some time.

The fort has several rooms that now exhibit artworks and archaeological findings.

Opening Timing:

Sunday to Thu: 8 am to 6pm
Friday: Opens after 1pm

Location:

The fort is located at the deserted town, on north-western coast of Qatar, about 105 kms from Doha.



Al Wajdah Fort

About:

The fort was built in 1882. It is the oldest fort in Qatar and has been used at time of battle in year 1893 when Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani led his people to a victory over the invading Ottoman forces.

Location, New Al-Rayyan, about 15 kms from Doha.



Umm Salal Mohammed Fort

About:

This fort was built in the late 19th century. It is made with high and thick walls. Inside the fort, you'll find many decorative and architectural materials.

Location:

The fort is located 20kms from Doha.

Visit the link below for exact location on Google Maps

http://goo.gl/maps/XOVzd



Al Thughab Fort

About:

The fort was erected between 19th and 20th century. It is rectangular in shape

Location:

The fort is located about 100kms North side of Doha.



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