Father Emir opens The Mall of Qatar

Father Emir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani yesterday officially opened The Mall of Qatar, a unique shopping and entertainment destination in the region, in the presence of more than 150,000 visitors. He marked the official opening by unveiling the name plaque and touring the premises for a short while.

The opening was followed by events by more than 200 artists performing 20 different shows. It included vocal performances by Il Divo, stage shows such as Shaolin Warriors – a showcase of the remarkable skills of over 10 Kungfu masters who demonstrated traditional Chinese martial arts, as well as the Dinosaur Zoo live performance with amazingly life-like dinosaurs and other creatures presented on stage.

Rony Mourani, General Manager, The Mall of Qatar, said, “We are inspired by the gracious patronage of Father Emir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani and we offer His Highness our utmost gratitude for his patronage. His Highness' invaluable support during the opening event assured visitors that Mall of Qatar is more than a mall, it is a representation of Qatar's vision for a diversified economy."

“It was a day filled with magnificent experiences, laughter and great times that truly set the tone for what is yet to come. We are really looking forward to welcoming more guests from near and far, and showing them our Mall of Qatar hospitality and a truly unique experience – where a new surprise will be waiting with every visit,” he added.

Besides the stage performances, several other activities were held across the mall including tree walkers, balloon dragons and flower walking parades for all visitors to enjoy. They also experienced thrilling kiddy balloon rides inside the mall.

Mall of Qatar, located in Al Rayyan, is different in its novelty and concept from other malls in the region. It combines shopping and entertainment opportunities to ensure all customers have a memorable and relaxed experience while shopping.

Unlike other malls around the world, Mall of Qatar pushes the boundaries by bringing the outdoors in, featuring over 10,500 sq. m of extensive natural sky lighting including a 28 metre high skylight in the luxurious court, and 26 relaxing water features both inside and outside the mall.

Visitors can take in the fresh air and enjoy 48,000 sq m of landscaped greenery and the colourful, and dynamic façade from one of two signature restaurants with terraces and balcony seating.
The Mall of Qatar also stays true to offering an incredible retail mix of more than 500 brands including over 100 dining outlets.

Collectively, the brands will ensure an exciting collection of well-loved international luxury and high street fashion, footwear, food, health and beauty, pharmacy, optics and home furnishing brands.