Al Mirqab (Doha)


Al Mirqab is a district in Qatar, located in the municipality of Ad Dawhah.
Together with As Salatah, it makes up Zone 18 which has 692 people in it.

Etymology

An Arabic word, mirqab is derived from "muraqabah", which in English translates to "watching". This name was given in reference to a large hill in the area on which people would gather to spot ships out on sea.

Geography

Al Mirqab borders the following districts:
Currently, the underground Al Mirqab Metro Station is under construction, having been launched during Phase 2C. Once completed, it will be part of Doha Metro's Gold Line.