Like other coastal settlements in the area, its inhabitants historically relied solely on pearling and fishing for sustenance.

[4] Alternative forms of the name include Ad Dhakhīrah,[5] Adh Dhukhayr,[6] and Al Zakhira.

Lorimer's Gazetteer of the Persian Gulf gives an account of Al Thakhira in 1908: A village on the east coast of Qatar, situated on a khor or inlet of the same name about 30 miles north of Doha, and consisting of about 300 houses of the Mahandah (Al Muhannadi) tribe.

Mangroves are very common, extending throughout the reserve for about 14 square kilometers, and it is one of the few areas of Qatar to boast natural tree growth.

[14] RRC STUDIO Architects Milan was behind a project to expand Al Thakhira two-fold in preparation for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

[15] When free elections of the Central Municipal Council first took place in Qatar during 1999,[16] Al Thakhira was designated the seat of constituency no.

[18] Al Thakhira recorded the highest voter turnout percentage at 73.8% in the 2019 municipal elections.

[24] Fardhat Al Thakhira Harbor serves the town's fishing industry, of which there are plans to expand in the near future as of 2017.

[28] It is one of the best-preserved beaches in Qatar and receives periodic renovations and cleanups under the auspices of the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME).

The promenade features a 1,250 m² playground, 93 light poles, dozens of seating areas and a 2,000 meter-long cycle route.

[33] The club hosts a barbershop, a south-east Asian restaurant, a children's play area, a lounge and several sports courts.

[34] Also nestled in the town is Al Thakhira Youth Center, an affiliate of the Ministry of Culture and Sports.