The Golden Masjid, Mosque in Doha, Qatar

The Golden Masjid is a mosque in Doha, Qatar. It has a golden-yellow exterior with a flat roof and smooth walls, two tall arched openings on the left, and a narrow pointed-arch doorway in the left corner. The right facade features vertical rectangular recesses, three rectangular windows with grills, and a low horizontal band near the ground. Nine black cylindrical spotlights are mounted on the upper wall, and five small lantern fixtures mark the lower walls.

The Golden Masjid was built as part of the Katara Cultural Village, which opened in 2010. It was designed to reflect traditional Qatari mosque architecture, with a golden minaret inspired by old Qatari mosques. The mosque has become a symbol of the village and a popular destination for both worshippers and tourists.

The mosque is a place of worship and a cultural landmark in Katara. Its name comes from the golden tiles that cover its minaret and parts of its walls. Visitors can see the intricate mosaic work and the Ottoman-inspired wooden doors. During Ramadan, the mosque hosts Quran memorization classes for children and the building is decorated with lights.

Visitors can find the mosque in the Katara Cultural Village, near the Roman amphitheater and the beach. It is open to the public outside prayer times, but non-Muslims should dress modestly and remove shoes before entering. The best time to visit is during the day when the golden tiles shine in the sunlight.

The minaret is coated in gold and has rectangular windows near the top for light and air. The interior walls are decorated with Arabic calligraphy in the Thuluth script, including the name of God and the declaration of faith. The floor is paved with white marble.