This magnificent private collections was acceded to His Highness Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim AL Thani by his father , Sheikh Qassim bin Fasial .Beginning its life in the 1960s , it has now grown in size and splendor and is now beautifully displayed as the museum for the pubic to enjoy .
The sizeable 17,000 sqm buidling features more than 15,000 unique pieces , including ancient islamic manuscript , major archeological findings , militaria , textiles , carpets , embroidery ans antique furniture . There is also comperhensive and fascinating collection of historic cars including a 19th century steam vehicle . In an expression of Qatar`s renowned for cultural diversity , the museum`s pavilions will also display religious objects from others faiths .
