Zubarah Fort, Military fort in Ash Shamal, Qatar.
The square-shaped fort features four defensive towers, one-meter-thick limestone walls, and multiple rooms surrounding a central uncovered courtyard with a water well.
Built in 1938 under Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani, the fort served as a coastal defense station until 1986 when it became a museum.
The fort museum displays archaeological findings and artifacts from Qatar's pearl diving period, representing maritime traditions of the Persian Gulf region.
Located 105 kilometers northwest of Doha, the fort opens daily to visitors who can explore its exhibition halls and climb the defense towers.
The fort contains a compressed clay roof system that maintains lower temperatures inside the building throughout the year.
Location: Al Shamal
Inception: 1938
GPS coordinates: 25.97689,51.04539
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:58
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