Discovering The Pearl Island in Qatar

Discover The Pearl-Qatar, one of the largest real estate complexes in the Middle East, located 350 meters off the coast of Doha’s prestigious West Bay District.

The Pearl-Qatar: an artificial island

An artificial island in continuous transformation and construction in the shape of a pearl necklace. A mammoth project started in 2004, offers dream neighborhoods, beaches, hotels, restaurants, luxury shops, and every kind of relaxation. Come and discover The Pearl-Qatar, a mix of influences and cultures, styles, and opportunities for fun. It is located near Doha’s prestigious West Bay District and features Mediterranean-style marinas, residential towers, villas, and hotels. The area also offers a luxurious shopping experience with high-quality boutiques and showrooms and is one of the places most famous in all of Qatar.

Etymology

This man-made archipelago, covering nearly four million square meters, is the first in Qatar with the land. And real estate is available for foreign nationals to buy. The name “The Pearl” was chosen because the island was built on one of Qatar’s former main pearl dive sites. The country was one of the main pearl traders in Asia before Japanese pearls became cheaper and more affordable just before the oil boom. La Perla is divided into 12 districts, each of which has a distinct architectural style.

Towers of Porto Arabia

The Porto Arabia district represents a modern Mediterranean neighborhood with a mix of indoor and outdoor retail shops. With a wide range of famous international brands. And a wide choice of restaurants and hotels, the neighborhood is an ideal luxury leisure destination. You’ll find air-conditioned shopping malls, boardwalks, a 3-kilometer long waterfront, and 31 Mediterranean-style towers.

Viva Bahriya Towers

The Viva Bahriya district is architecturally themed to echo the best of the Arab Maghreb with Moroccan-style houses and apartments that exude Moorish elegance. The neighborhood is perfect for families and those looking for a relaxed place. Among the most significant architectural elements are the Al Mutahidah Towers, two connected towers of 24 floors each: the skyscrapers have 480 residential units of various sizes including studios, lofts, luxury apartments, townhouses, and upscale penthouses.

Qanat district

It is modeled on the city of Venice: its buildings incorporate Venetian architectural elements and several canals run through the city (for a total of approximately 1.6 kilometers). Here you will even find a replica of the Rialto Bridge. With low pastel buildings, intricate canals, and pedestrian squares. You will feel like you are back in Italy and breathe the charm of one of the most popular cities for tourists. Each watercourse is crossed by elegant bridges that further evoke the soul of the Italian romantic life. A wide choice of boutiques and outlets offers a varied shopping experience.

Abraj neighborhood

Sometimes referred to as “The Pearl Gateway Towers”. It primarily comprises office and retail spaces. It houses the two tallest towers of The Pearl that soar for 42 floors with a height that exceeds 200 meters. The district is made up of seven towers in total which offer a breathtaking view of the mainland across the waters of the Persian Gulf.

Central Medina

It is a neighborhood that offers up to 600,000 square meters of retail space. There are over 500 Mediterranean-style residential units. Here you can visit the main shopping center of the island which houses 130 shops of all kinds, as well as numerous spaces for children. The family-friendly area is full of large squares, and pedestrian streets. And illuminated fountains and offers many cultural events. Including the Auto Show and several weekly events to entertain the little ones.

Commercial attractions

The Pearl-Qatar is home to elegant fashion boutiques and jewelry. As well as select specialty stores offering a unique shopping experience with an unparalleled combination of indoor. And outdoor venues in an atmosphere that manages to be relaxed and refined. It is also a vibrant dining destination featuring spectacular views. And an eclectic mix of carefully selected cafes and restaurants to suit all tastes. From fine waterfront restaurants to casual, family-friendly corners, to quick snacks and innovative coffee concepts, The Pearl-Qatar offers food lovers too complete experience.

Things to try in the Pearl of Qatar

The Pearl offers numerous leisure and recreational activities. Novo Cinemas is the go-to place for anyone wanting a high-quality taste and first-rate movie viewing thanks to its 12 state-of-the-art screens and over 1,500 seats. Megapolis and Minipolis offer a full range of high-tech games, arcades, and attractions. At the Subzero in Porto Arabia, visitors can have a glacial experience unique to Qatar, surrounded by dazzling ice statues, while enjoying a warm sip in an arctic atmosphere.

Doha: the capital jealous of its traditions

The cultural and architectural riches of Doha are numerous. And you can discover them with our excursions, starting from the Katara Cultural Village, a refined cultural center that alternates galleries. And theaters with a program of cultural events that want to spread the local culture. The popular “Desert Rose” will give you the chance to visit the National Museum of Qatar. You cannot miss a walk along the famous Corniche, the 7-kilometer promenade that is surrounded by modern and ancient buildings.