Museum of Islamic Art
By wasaloadie •
We visited the MIA for the first time yesterday. What a fantastic building and superbly interesting. There are some very interesting artifacts that create a lot of food for thought. We spent a couple of hours there, had a light lunch too.
Entry is free
It might not be to everyone's taste, but if you're in anyway interested in art and local culture then I highly recommend it.
Yes you will not find a lot of Qatari stuff , for the simple fact that Qatar is a new country without a long history.
We can say the same about Koweit, Bahrain, Emirats....
To answer your question, last time I went there, which was about a month ago, I did not find any Qatari artifacts.
Most priceless artifacts on display were from other parts of the world including, iran, iraq, syria, india, sicily, spain, etc.
I loved the rudy red falcon.
What are the open hours for this museum?
Do they carry anything Qatari artifacts?
I am interested in going. thank you
Thanks for sharing would like to visit this place soon..
Must vist tis place in the evening. Superb lighting. And if you noticed u'll find tat on the top of the building, the theme is a lady with nikab(hardcover).
those who love history and archeology, this place was great...
An iconic building too - designed but I.M.Pei. A must do for any visitor in Qatar
You are right wasaloadie!
Good you enjoyed.
Did you use your own Helicopter ?