Katara Mosque, Islamic place of worship in Katara Cultural Village, Doha, Qatar.
The Katara Mosque presents intricate turquoise and purple mosaic patterns on its exterior walls, complemented by a tall minaret and central dome.
The mosque, established in 2010 within the Katara Cultural Village project, reflects the expansion of religious infrastructure in Qatar's modernization period.
Turkish mosque designer Zainab Fadil Oglu incorporated design elements from multiple Islamic architectural traditions, with decorations created by specialists from Istanbul.
The mosque maintains regular prayer schedules and welcomes visitors outside prayer times, requiring conservative dress and removal of shoes before entry.
Restoration specialists from Dolma Palace in Istanbul crafted the interior decorations, featuring detailed ornaments, inscriptions, and mosaic tile arrangements.
Location: Doha
GPS coordinates: 25.35919,51.52481
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:29
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