You Haven't Seen Everything Yet: Discover the Island with "Air Conditioning" Outdoors That Uses 10,000 Tons of Crystals to Maintain 450 Meters at 21°C Even With 40°C in Qatar

You Haven’t Seen Everything Yet: Discover the Island with “Air Conditioning” Outdoors That Uses 10,000 Tons of Crystals to Maintain 450 Meters at 21°C Even With 40°C in Qatar

Written by Romário Pereira de Carvalho

Published on 22/02/2026 at 23:02

Updated on 22/02/2026 at 23:04

Conheça a ilha com “ar-condicionado” ao ar livre que virou novo point do Catar — Foto: Reprodução/@gewanisland

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Gewan Island in Qatar Inaugurates Climate-Controlled Promenade of 450 Meters with 10 Thousand Tons of Crystals and Temperatures Between 21°C and 23°C Even Under 40°C Heat in Doha

With temperatures reaching 40°C in Doha, Gewan Island draws attention by offering a climate-controlled promenade of 450 meters that maintains temperatures between 21°C and 23°C. The development integrates residences, entertainment, and shops in a complex powered by solar energy.

Gewan Island Maintains Outdoor Area Between 21°C and 23°C Even Under 40°C

Amid the intense heat of Qatar, where thermometers reach 40°C, Gewan Island features an outdoor space designed to provide constant thermal comfort.

The climate-controlled promenade maintains temperatures between 21°C and 23°C, even under direct sunlight.

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Crystal Path Occupies 450 Meters with 10 Thousand Tons of Crystals

Visitors to Gewan Island find a promenade that resembles an artificial forest. The space, stretching 450 meters, is named the Crystal Path.

The “trees” that make up the structure are formed by 10 thousand tons of crystals, creating a canopy that redefines the local landscape.

Engineering Retains Heat and Ensures Permanent Shade

The structures were erected with the goal of retaining sunlight heat. By concentrating the radiation at the top, they allow the area below to remain cooler.

In addition to providing shade, the engineering of Gewan Island incorporates solar panels capable of powering the entire island complex.

Canopy Changes Color at Sunset

Another highlight of Gewan Island is the canopy that changes its color according to the sunset. The shift creates a distinct scene at every hour of the day.

The ensemble combines technology, design, and solar energy generation in an outdoor space designed to withstand the extreme heat of Qatar, maintaining continuous thermal comfort for visitors.

With information from Casa Vogue.

You Haven’t Seen Everything Yet: Discover the Island with “Air Conditioning” Outdoors That Uses 10,000 Tons of Crystals to Maintain 450 Meters at 21°C Even With 40°C in Qatar

Gewan Island in Qatar Inaugurates Climate-Controlled Promenade of 450 Meters with 10 Thousand Tons of Crystals and Temperatures Between 21°C and 23°C Even Under 40°C Heat in Doha

Gewan Island Maintains Outdoor Area Between 21°C and 23°C Even Under 40°C

Crystal Path Occupies 450 Meters with 10 Thousand Tons of Crystals

Engineering Retains Heat and Ensures Permanent Shade

Canopy Changes Color at Sunset

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You Haven’t Seen Everything Yet: Discover the Island with “Air Conditioning” Outdoors That Uses 10,000 Tons of Crystals to Maintain 450 Meters at 21°C Even With 40°C in Qatar

Gewan Island in Qatar Inaugurates Climate-Controlled Promenade of 450 Meters with 10 Thousand Tons of Crystals and Temperatures Between 21°C and 23°C Even Under 40°C Heat in Doha

Gewan Island Maintains Outdoor Area Between 21°C and 23°C Even Under 40°C

Crystal Path Occupies 450 Meters with 10 Thousand Tons of Crystals

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