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QATAR – A RISING STAR
Qatar is connected to the rest of Asia by
just one land border with Saudi Arabia.
Slated to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup,
this country has witnessed spectacular
growth in the past few years. Being one
of the highest oil producers in the world,
Qatar has modernized to become one of
the most modern countries in the world.
With the announcement of the World
Cup and the easing up of visa norms
with visa on arrival facility for citizens of
over 80 countries, tourism has started
picking up in the country and so have its
attractions.
To witness the historic past of the country,
you can visit the ancient outdoor market,
Souq Waqif with its numerous alleys with
shops selling traditional fabrics, spices,
food, and souvenirs. You could also
take a peek into the Islamic art at the
Museum of Islamic Art, where there are
art displays that are up to 1400 years old.
For those who appreciate modern art,
the Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern
Art is the perfect destination. It has
thousands of works by Arab artists up for
display and frequently hosts events and
exhibitions.
You could also visit the National Museum
of Qatar, Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al
Thani Museum, Doha Fort, The Pearl
Monument and the Barzan Towers.
To see the modern side of Qatar, you
can visit the upscale island, The Pearl,
which is an artificial man-made island off
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