The old palace is located on the eastern side of the Asala neighborhood along Doha Corniche Street. The palace is one of the most famous Doha heritage landmarks that refer to the old lifestyle in the State of Qatar. It is an amazing heritage landmark that celebrates the history and heritage of Qatar and at the same time reflects the rapid progress and development of the country. The palace has historical importance. Unique for the State of Qatar, it was built by Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, the ruler of Qatar at the time in the early twentieth century, and he took it at that time as a residence for both residence and rule. When His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Khalifa assumed power in February 1972, he issued his generous orders to restore and rehabilitate the palace to be the State Museum. In 1975, after its rehabilitation, the palace was transformed into the headquarters of the former Qatar National Museum and at that time included a group of artifacts and exhibits that celebrate Qatari heritage, culture, and environment. In 2013, the restoration and rehabilitation of the palace began for the second time, as it constitutes an important part and section within the design of the Modern National Museum. Today, the palace takes a privileged place in the heart of the new National Museum and is an amazing architectural icon that celebrates the past and embraces the future.
