Qatar

Welcome to Qatar

Qatar, a country in West Asia, is an Arabic country and well-known for hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup, hospitality, and tourism. This country has a rich and divergent history, which goes back thousands of years. Thus, human occupation in this country dates back to over 50,000 years ago. Furthermore, this includes various ancient civilizations such as the Mesopoyamions, the introduction of Islam in 628 AD, falling under Ottoman control in the 19th century, and then declaring its independence from Britain on 3, Sep 1971. However, in recent decades, Qatar has modernized rapidly, alongside becoming a significant player on the global stage. Not only that, but Qatar also launched Al-Jazeera in 1996, which has become a major news network internationally. After winning the bid to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar has made a significant achievement in its international presence.

Interestingly enough, Qatari culture is a combination of Bedouin roots, Maritime traditions, and modern influence, and each of those has played a significant role. For example, Bedouin tradition has impacted the culture in terms of customs, social structure, emphasis on hospitality, and family values. Then given its location on the Arabian Gulf, Maritime traditions can be seen in Qatar’s culture. Such as having a deep connection to the sea, pearl diving, and fishing were celebrated in local folklore and music.

Doha, the capital city of Qatar, is a vibrant and rapidly growing metropolis located on the Persian Gulf coast. Similarly, Doha was declared the capital alongside the independence of Qatar. This city is home to the Museum of Islamic Art and Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art. Moreover, if you are interested in diving deeper into the culture, you can visit Souq Waqif, the traditional market, where you can experience local culture, shop for souvenirs, and enjoy Qatari Cuisine like Machboos (spiced rice and meat), Harees (wheat and meat porridge), and seafood. That is not all, Doha offers unforgettable activities for travelers and adventure seekers such as Dune Bashing and Camel Races. If not interested, this city will wow you with its towering skyscrapers and modern metro system, or you can get back to nature and head toward the mangroves in north Qatar.

Random Facts About Qatar:

• Qatar is the second flattest country in the world.
• Hamad International Airport is the best airport in the world.
• Qatar Airways has been named the best airline worldwide.
• Qatar is the safest country in the world.
• Only 15% of this country is Qatari.
• Qatar is one of the richest countries in the world.