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This mosque was built around 1935 and represents the typical neighbourhood mosques of Old Doha. Rather small, it includes a prayer hall with a semi-circular mihrab, a covered external prayer hall, and an open courtyard to which a small cylindrical minaret with a round base is attached. The dome of the minaret is supported by six columns, covering a small platform for the call to prayer. The external prayer hall is separated from the courtyard by ten arches with decorations. Such mosques indicate that nearly every neighbourhood of Doha had a small place of worship where local people would gather for communal prayers. Among the numerous buildings that once existed, only a handful survive today, which are restored and valued as heritage from a bygone era.
Its survival confirms the importance and popularity of Al Yusuf Heritage Mosque, and its traditional construction style attracts both locals and tourists.
Completion of the restoration of Al-Yusuf Heritage Mosque (Mosque 130)
The Architectural Conservation Department at Qatar Museums (QM) has restored the Al Yousuf Heritage Mosque (Masjid 130). It allows the performance of the five daily prayers.
The mosque is located in an area of residential and service towers built according to the latest modern architectural styles, which confirms the importance of the presence of this mosque in its traditional construction style amongst these modern structures.
This mosque has been restored with the same original conventional materials used in its construction for the first time, and in accordance with the heritage standards followed by Qatar Museums.
An overview of the department's vision in the restoration of heritage mosques
Qatar Museums' Architectural Conservation Department recognises the importance of preserving the heritage and historical architectural character of heritage mosques. The department works on the restoration and maintenance of these mosques using the original conventional materials and methods of Qatari heritage building to preserve their unique and authentic style.
Heritage mosques are a vital and important component of Qatari culture and history. By renewing their heritage identity, these mosques contribute to strengthening the cultural belonging of the community and reflect its history and religious heritage, especially as they are still used according to the purpose for which they were built for, which is to hold religious rites daily.
The department relies on specialised expertise and modern technologies to maintain a balance between preserving the historical character and meeting the contemporary needs of mosques. In addition to the restoration of mosques, the department works to raise awareness and educate about the cultural and historical value of heritage mosques and the importance of preserving them for current and future generations. These efforts are part of a comprehensive strategy to preserve Qatar's architectural heritage.
These efforts also contribute to promoting cultural awareness and belonging to the community and reflect Qatar's commitment to preserving its historical and religious heritage, which reinforces Qatar’s presence as a diverse and distinctive cultural and tourist destination.
