The Pearl Qatar: How Qatar’s Man-Made Island Impacted its Whole Urban Development

Extending over 400 hectares of land (4 million square meters) of reclaimed land and 32 kilometers of coastline, The Pearl Qatar is a 12 billion-dollar mega development by United Development Company (UDC), naturally, the company’s flagship project, and one that has reshaped the state’s urban structure. Located in a prime area 350 meters offshore of Doha’s West Bay, The Pearl Qatar is a man-made island that hosts a luxurious mix of residential, office and entertainment outlets.

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