This is also called the Spiral Mosque and is a replica of the Great Mosque in Samarra in Iraq.It is worth going at night as it is all lit up and looks stunning

This is small, but has so much info. A friend and I spent a good couple of hours here reading everything - and then were invited for coffee with a local to talk/ask about anything we wanted to know.

I call this the spiral mosque when I can't remember it's proper name of the Kassem Darwish Fakhroo Islamic Centre It is relatively new and close to the Souq Waqif. It is a copy of the Great Mosque of Al-Mutawwakil in Samarra (Iraq) and looks...More

There was a tour being conducted while I was there, and 2 movies. I received a brass coffee pot, and literature for free.

Only got to appreciate the building from the outside. The architecture is amazing and right opposite the souk.

Well worth a trip if you are in the area to see the history of Islam and where it fits in with other religions. The architecture is obviously worth a photo as well. Should only take about 10 minutes to have a look around but...More

Al-Fanar Islamic Cultural Center is one of the most widely known architectural landmarks in Doha. In this wedding-cake shaped building, non-Muslim visitors are offered extended as well as crash-courses on the Islamic faith. It offers a variety of educational, yet unforgettable, activities, such as exhibitions,...More

This cultural center also called as Spiral Mosque is in the crowded area and is surrounded by Corniche on one side, Souq Waqid on other and shopping zone on the 3rd side. Looks great from top of the buildings in the night.

Great looking mosque. We heard this was when one could go to learn about Islam. They also allow services in English.

If your want to know the history of islam, then a must visit place in qatar, They have done their best to give you full information about islam and culture.