#216🏛️ History & CivilizationDoha, Qatar

National Museum of Qatar

Jean Nouvel's desert rose

About the museum

Jean Nouvel's interlocking-disc 'desert rose' design wraps the historic Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Palace, telling the story of Qatar from prehistory through the modern era.

Must-see highlights

◆Desert rose architecture
◆Pearl Carpet of Baroda
◆Original royal palace
◆Immersive films

Recognition

🏆 Architectural icon

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