Welcome to FANAR, Qatar Islamic Cultural Center’s Official Website.
FANAR was chosen as our name because of our high-profile mission; to act as a guiding light to whole of mankind, and to help all non-Arabs to have a better understanding of Islam and culture of Qatar.
FANAR is governmental organization that presents culture to all world through a varity of activites such as Exhibitions, tours of the centre, visits to the mosque and Arabic language Courses.
FANAR is a Qatari milestone, known for its Islamically inspired architectural designs and amazing ornaments with a beautiful outlook of the city Doha. From the rich Qatari heritage of sailing at large, the lighthouse was a tangible way of returning to land safely.
FANAR now uses this exact metaphor to act as a beacon of light to humanity, hoping to present culture to feed and nurture the soul
Friday at Fanar's mosque offers the many non-Arabic speakers in Qatar the chance to hear the khutbah (Friday sermon) in English. For the non-Muslim community who wish to listen, and are worried about the protocols, please contact us so that we may arrange to meet you before the prayer!, Watch Fridays Khutba
As it is the dream of every newcomer to Qatar to learn the Arabic language, Fanar has developed a unique curriculum to facilitate its students in reading, writing and conversation in only a few short weeks.
Fanar is pleased and privileged to make available many books in different languages; most notably its own publication entitled 'Understanding Islam,' which is now available in 6 languages: English, Tagalog, Spanish, French, Hindi and Czech. Fanar will deliver these anywhere in Qatar for free.
Friday prayer
Arabic courses
Free Islamic books
Publications