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As part of Qatar’s massive investment in its infrastructure, many new and exciting projects are planned or already under construction. A selection of these key projects is featured below.

Al Sharq Village Resort & Spa

The five-star Al Sharq Village Resort and Spa overlooks Doha’s corniche, and claims to be the first resort to portray the architectural style and culture of Qatar. As the name suggests, the resort will be arranged like a village, with the 160 guest rooms housed in a number of villas. The resort will also feature a traditional Qatari souk, leisure and entertainment facilities, and a Six Senses Spa. Opening is scheduled for May 2006.

www.qnhc.com

Dubai Towers, Doha

Located on the corniche near the Diplomatic District, Dubai Towers is the first overseas development by Dubai International Properties. At 80 storeys high it will be the tallest tower in Qatar. This multi-purpose project will contain offices, a shopping arcade, a hotel, and serviced and unserviced apartments. The overall cost is in excess of QR 1 billion, and the complex is expected to be partly open in time for the Asian Games, and be fully completed by early 2007.

www.dubaitowers-doha.com

Education City

Developed by the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, Education City is already home to a number of institutions and international university campuses, but its growth continues. Projects currently at the planning stage or under construction include a 350-bed teaching hospital, a conference and convention centre, and the Qatar Science and Technology Park. Upon completion (scheduled for 2008) the site will house 30 buildings, including a museum, sports and recreational facilities, a shopping centre, a mosque, and accommodation for students and staff.

www.qf.edu.qa

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Lusail

Launched at the end of 2005, this mixed use development will eventually cover 35 square kilometres and be home to 200,000 people. Occupying a strip of coastline north of Doha, the project will have ten districts featuring marinas, hotels, entertainment and leisure, office towers, lots of shopping, two golf courses, and housing in the shape of apartment buildings and exclusive gated communities. With an estimated $5 billion price tag, the work is scheduled for completion by 2010.

www.lusail.com

Museum of Islamic Art

The 45,000 square metre Museum of Islamic Art will showcase one of the region’s most impressive art collections. Designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei, the museum will feature exhibition halls, a library, study areas, a gallery and a restaurant. Situated on Doha’s corniche, construction is...