Country Profile: Qatar - An overview of the key moments from the history of interaction between the British and Qatar, as illustrated through the India Office Records.
Qatar profile - Timeline - The BBC offers a chronological overview of significant events in Qatar's history, providing context to its rapid development and current status on the global stage.
In Search Of Landing Grounds: Views Of Qatar From Above, May 1934 - A small, unprepossessing file from the India Office Records contains some of the earliest surviving aerial photographs of Qatar, captured as the country was about to enter a new chapter in its history.
History of Qatar - This comprehensive article from Britannica provides an in-depth look at Qatar's journey from its early settlements to its emergence as a modern state.
Qatar's Urban Development: A Historical Timeline- Hosted by Northwestern University in Qatar, this piece outlines the nation's urban transformation, highlighting key milestones in infrastructure and architectural growth.
Urban Development and Planning Practice in Doha - This article describes the urban planning processes and the construction sector in Doha, highlighting the rapid population expansion and its impact on the city's growth.
The Case of the Najma and Al Mansoura Neighborhoods in Doha - This article examines the segregated and poorly connected urban form resulting from Qatar's rapid urban growth since the 1970s and discusses the need for comprehensive urban design to ensure safe and convenient connectivity with the public transportation system.
Qatar's Art and Architecture:
How Qatar Became an Arts and Architecture Hot Spot - This article discusses Qatar's transformation into a global destination for impressive art and architecture, highlighting its numerous museums and cultural institutions.
How to Find the Best Qatari Art and Architecture - This piece provides insights into Qatar's art and architecture scene, featuring landmarks such as the National Museum of Qatar and the Museum of Islamic Art.
Architecture in Qatar News, Projects, and Interviews - Architecture in Qatar surveys the contemporary condition of the country’s built environment, showcasing a range of innovative projects and the diverse materials and unconventional forms employed in their construction.
Architecture Marvels of Qatar- This article highlights Qatar's architectural wonders, emphasizing how buildings draw from traditional Qatari motifs across various structures, including high-rises and cultural institutions.
Exploring Qatar's Public Art Highlights - This article showcases Qatar's public art program, detailing various installations that integrate art into the nation's urban and natural landscapes.
Qatar's Environment and Sustainability Development:
Sustainable Development in Qatar: Challenges and Opportunities - This paper defines sustainable development in the context of Qatar, outlines the challenges the nation faces in realizing its vision and explores currently unrealized opportunities for sustainable progress.
How Qatar is Putting Sustainability at the Heart of Its Economy - This piece examines Qatar's initiatives to address food security and water scarcity, highlighting the nation's successful management of these critical issues as part of its sustainable development strategy.
The Evolvement of Qatar's Environmental Sustainability Policy - This study traces the increasing presence of environmental sustainability on Qatar's policy agenda since the early 2000s, emphasizing the nation's commitment to integrating sustainable practices into its development framework.
Nurturing Environmentally Conscious Learners: Earthna’s Nature-Based Education in Qatar - This article discusses how the Earthna Center for a Sustainable Future in Qatar is fostering environmental awareness by integrating place-based education, hands-on learning, and community partnerships to deepen students' connection with nature and promote sustainable behaviors.
