Английская Википедия:Al Markhiya
Al Markhiya (Шаблон:Lang-ar) is a neighborhood of Doha, Qatar. It is one of the later-developed areas of northern Doha. The district hosts three awsaq al-furjan complexes, which are part of a development project by the government to host all commercial establishments in centralized areas.[1]
Etymology
The district received its name from a tree that grows abundantly in the area known locally as "markh" (Leptadenia pyrotechnica).[2]
History
In J.G. Lorimer's 1908 geography section of the Gazetteer of the Persian Gulf, Al Markhiya was described as a camping ground with a masonry well and a garden. The garden, which was established by former emir Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, was enclosed by a wall and was used for date palm cultivation.[3] Lorimer noted that it appeared to be one of the only seven sizable date palm plantations in Qatar.[4]
Geography
Al Markhiya borders the following districts:[2]
- Lejbailat to the east, separated by Abdul Aziz Bin Jassim Street.
- Hazm Al Markhiya to the north, separated by Al Markhiya Street.
- Dahl Al Hamam to the west, separated by Bu Shaddad Street.
- Fereej Kulaib to the south, separated by Khalifa Street.
Landmarks
Al Hazm Mall
Partially opened in May 2017 by Al Emady Enterprise, Al Hazm Mall is a luxurious shopping complex bearing Italian-style architecture. At a cost of QR 3 billion, the marble was imported from Italy, the stone from Palestine, and its architects were flown in from Rajasthan, India. It is accessible through Al Markhiya Street.[5]
Al Markhiya Sports Club
Al Markhiya Sports Club's headquarters and stadium are located off of Al Markhiya Street.[6]
Transport
Major roads that run through the district are Abdul Aziz Bin Jassim Street, Al Markhiya Street and Khalifa Street.[7]
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the district comprised 1009 housing units[8] and 200 establishments.[9] There were 5,197 people living in the district, of which 56% were male and 44% were female. Out of the 5,179 inhabitants, 69% were 20 years of age or older and 31% were under the age of 20. The literacy rate stood at 97.2%.[10]
Employed persons made up 53% of the total population. Females accounted for 30% of the working population, while males accounted for 70% of the working population.[10]
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1986[11] | 1,419 |
| 1997[12] | 2,179 |
| 2004[13] | 2,952 |
| 2010[14] | 5,197 |
References
External links
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