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A progressive emirate in the Middle East, Qatar is part of the Arabian Peninsula.
Bordered by Saudi Arabia and the Persian Gulf, this
emirate has been inhabited by Persians for thousands
of years.
Spread across 11,437 square kilometers, Qatar forms
a peninsula that juts about 160 kilometers into the
Persian Gulf. As per the geography
of Qatar, summers are prevalent here from the month
of June to September. The region experiences extreme
heat and dryness, with temperatures exceeding even 55ºC.
During winter months - November to May - temperatures
are relatively cooler and the climate pleasurable.
Qatar gained independence from British rule on 3rd September, 1971. Since then,
it has carved a niche of its own in the Middle Eastern
region, declining an amalgamation into the United Arab
Emirates or Saudi Arabia.
Fishing and pearling were the main revenue generators in Qatar for ages. After
the discovery of oil reserves in the 1940s, the nation's
economy was completely transformed, and this led to
a rise in people's standard of living.
Expatriates form the majority of Qatar's population. Most of the Qataris profess
the religion of Islam and the official language here
is Arabic. Various other ethnic communities also inhabit
the country.
Doha, the capital of Qatar, is considered to be one of the most magnificent and modern cities in the region. Other major tourist destinations in Qatar are Al Khor, Al Ruwais, Masaieed and Umm Said.
Tourists have numerous entertainment options in the
country. The Corniche
Bay is the biggest attraction
of Qatar. Doha Zoo, Palm Tree Island and Qatar National
Museum are some of the other must-see sites on your
Qatar tour.
For accommodation, Qatar offers the most opulent and
splendid luxury hotels. The country also has a variety
of cheap and discounted hotels that cater to needs of
budget travelers. These hotels are known for their impeccable
services and endearing hospitality.
There are innumerable things to do in Qatar when you
visit this emirate. You can try out shopping, clubbing,
adventure sports or water sports, depending on your
budget and preferences.
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