title: Wadi Al Banat
text: # Wadi Al Banat
  
  Wadi Al Banat (Arabic: وادي البنات, romanized: Wādī al Banāt) is a district in Qatar, geographically located in the municipality of Al Daayen but also a census-designated district of Ad-Dawhah. It is situated near the borders with Doha Municipality and Umm Salal Municipality.
  
  ## Etymology
  
  Wadi Al Banat's name means "valley of the girls" in Arabic, and was thought to have been named that because it was a popular play area for young girls.
  
  ## Infrastructure
  
  Qatar Fuel (WOQOD) opened a vehicle inspection center in Wadi Al Banat in December 2014 at a cost of QAR 23 million. It occupies an area of 7,500 sq meters and its facilities include a security office, parking area, and customer lounge.
  
  ## Education
  
  The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies is located on Al Tarfa Street in Wadi Al Banat.
  
  