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Qatar National Library station

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The Qatar National Library station is a station on the Doha Metro's Green Line in the Al Shagub district. It serves the municipality of Al Rayyan, specifically Al Shagub and other districts associated with Education City and Qatar Foundation. It is found on Al Luqta Street, beside the Qatar National Library.The station currently has no metrolinks. Facilities on the premises include restrooms and a prayer room.

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Qatar National Library station
Street 2701, Al Rayyan Education City

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