Qatar National Convention Centre

The Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) officially opened on December 4, 2011, and is one of the most complex convention centers ever designed, becoming a landmark in the local area with its unique "Sidra Tree" structure. Designed by the renowned Japanese architect Arata Isozaki, the spectacular exterior resembles two large trees intertwined with each other, with the trunks supporting the roof of the building. This tree-shaped design symbolizes a lighthouse of knowledge in the desert, emphasizing sustainability in the design of QNCC, where knowledge is gathered and shared.

The construction of the center meets the US Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification standards. The building aims to achieve efficient operation through innovative means such as water-saving and energy-saving devices, creating an ideal environment for poets and scholars. As a member of the Qatar Foundation, QNCC boasts a 4,000-seat auditorium-style conference hall; a 2,300-seat theater; three halls and 52 flexible meeting rooms; and can accommodate various events. It also includes 40,000 square meters of exhibition space within nine halls, capable of hosting conferences or banquets for 10,000 people. The center's unique design and state-of-the-art facilities make it the perfect choice for hosting international, regional, and local conferences, exhibitions, evening events, theatrical performances, and banquets.