Al Kheesa ( ar, الخيسة, Al Khīsah) is a village in the

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. It was demarcated in 1988. It is approximately 3 km south of

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Etymology

Al Kheesa derives its name from the

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word for 'large garden'. It was given this name because of its abundance of gardens and

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trees.

History

In J.G. Lorimer's 1908 publication ''

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'', he makes mention of "Khīsah" as a nomadic settlement situated "12 miles north-west of

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h and 4 from the east coast". In the area he observed two unlined wells, 5 fathoms deep, of indifferent water.

Infrastructure

Qatar Radio's first transmission station in 1968 was located in Al Kheesa. The village hosts the primary pumping station for the QR 3.63 billion North Doha Sewage Treatment Works, which is centered in

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. The village's historic architecture has faced a sharp decline in recent years as a result of neglect by the government. Al Daayen Municipality is developing Al Kheesa to serve as a residential hub for its southern sector. In the future, it is anticipated to house approximately 25,000 residents. 02 Mall is a popular attraction in Al Kheesa. A branch of Qatar's oldest supermarket chain, Family Food Centre, opened up in the mall in 2019.

Transport

Currently, the elevated Al Kheesa Metro Station is under construction, having been launched during Phase 2A. Once completed, it will be part of

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's Green Line.

References

Populated places in Al Daayen {{Al Daayen Municipality