Maps
Map of Education City with location of ceremony tent shown (120k .pdf)
DirectionsDirections to Education City from the Corniche as well as Google Earth and GPS coordinates for the university.
Parking is available outside the LAS building, and in all surrounding lots.
Ritz Carlton Doha
(974)484-8000
www.ritzcarlton.com
Four Seasons Hotel
(974)494-8888
www.fourseasons.com/doha
Intercontinental Hotel
(974)484-4444
www.intercontinental.com
The picturesque palm tree-lined Corniche is a place to enjoy the turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf and fresh air. Walking and jogging are common activities on this promenade and there is a small café near the Sheraton Hotel (North end).
Qatar Museum of Islamic ArtScheduled to open in March 2008, this museum was designed by I.M Pei, a renowned architect and designer of the Louvre Pyramid in Paris. This museum, located on the Corniche, will showcase Islamic objects and artifacts.
Gold SouqThe gold market is located behind the Al Fardan Centre, just off Grand Hamad Street. There you will find beautiful 18 – 22 carat gold pieces. Gold is priced according to the weight of the gold on the day’s market.
Souq WaqifSpend time browsing the many alleyways and shops of this traditional Qatari market. Enjoy the falcon shops, spices, dried fruits and nuts and Arabic Oud (traditional incense). Souq Waqif is open from 10am – 12pm and 4pm -10pm
For more information about what to see and do in Qatar we recommend you have a look at the Experience Qatar website