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House of Sheikh Ghanim bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani
 
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Highlights
Some views from the house of Sheikh Ghanim bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani Majid bin Saed Al-Saed, one of the most important pearl merchants in Al-Wakra, built this beautiful and unique house at the beginning of the 20th century. Used to produce “debis”, which is a traditional date-based food, and also to sell and store merchandise, the residence was purchased by Sheikh Ghamin bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani in 1960...more

Planning a visit

 
Visitors can enter the building 24 hours a day. Just ask the guard, who will be happy to let you in and explore the site on your own. To double check the opening hours, call the Restoration Department at 429 17 11, Sunday through Thursday, from 8:00 to 13:00 hrs. Besides visiting the house of Sheikh Ghanim, we recommend going to the nearby fish market, where you can buy different kinds of fresh fish and have it cooked for you in one of the shops. Traditional Qatari fishing boats called “dhows” bring this catch to the harbor early each morning. Enjoy your food by the seaside and then go explore the mangroves. In spring and autumn, at sunrise and sunset, you may see migratory birds such as “malek al-hazin”, or herons, and flamingos. Additional nearby attractions are the Abu Manaratain mosque and the childrens’ playground. You can also buy refreshments and snacks near the house.

UTM coordinates N 25° 10' 20.48" E 51° 36' 39.93"
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House of Sheikh Ghanim bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani. Staircase and door on the left to access the 'majlis'. Door (right) and stairs leading to the 'majlis' Traditional Qatari air traps used to ventilate buildings while separating the dust from the air
Windows of the 'majlis' Room to produce 'debis' Hole of the underground pot used to collect the 'debis'

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