Doha lies on the eastern side of the peninsula of Qatar, and is by far the largest city of the country, holding more than half of the total inhabitants.
The economical base of Doha is petroleum exports, shrimp processing, finances, and administration. There is one university, the University of Qatar, that was founded in 1973. The National Museum was opened in 1975. The Government House, from 1969, is one of the most prominent landmarks.
HISTORY:
1916:
Doha
becomes
the
capital
of
the
British
protectorate
of
Qatar.
1949:
Start
of
oil
exports,
which
results
in
a
boost
of
the
economy
of
the
city
1971:
Doha
becomes
capital
of
the
independent
Qatar.
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