The sixth Katara International Amber Exhibition opened yesterday under the patronage of Professor Dr. Khalid bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaiti, Director General of the Katara Cultural Village Foundation, who toured the exhibition with several ambassadors and officials.
Held until January 16 at Hall 12 in Katara, the event features 82 pavilions representing 13 countries, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Germany, China, Türkiye and others.
The 2026 exhibition has attracted prominent amber exhibitors and experts from around the world, highlighting its role as a key annual platform linking culture, heritage and economic activity.
The exhibition presents a wide selection of luxury items and artefacts crafted from rare amber.
This year’s edition features a rich variety of displays, including antique Polish rosaries, unique handicrafts and rare amber pieces. It also highlights the scientific and historical importance of amber — fossilised tree resin formed over millions of years, often preserving plants and insects.
These natural inclusions offer valuable insights into ancient ecosystems and continue to fascinate researchers, collectors and museums worldwide.
Visitors can discover a wide variety of amber distinguished by colour, clarity and origin, with pieces from across the world.
Alongside their visual appeal, the exhibits highlight amber’s cultural value, long used in jewellery, religious objects and traditional remedies. The exhibition also features contemporary designs that blend traditional skills with modern techniques, including exclusive collections created for Katara.
Visitors can also learn how authentic amber is identified, crafted and polished, as well as the factors that determine its quality and value.
The sixth Katara International Amber Exhibition is open to the public and is set to draw strong interest from residents, tourists, collectors and researchers alike.
