A secret newly revealed to the outside world.
It only began issuing tourist visas in 1989, but after a slow start Qatar has begun to reap the benefits of its new openness.
July 19, 2006 (Press Release) --
Overview
A secret newly revealed to the outside world.
It only began issuing tourist visas in 1989, but after a slow start Qatar has begun to reap the benefits of its new openness. Visitors are welcomed to a land of glitzy new hotels, towering sand dunes, ancient rock carvings and distinctive architecture.
Destination Facts
Capital: Doha
Emir: Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani
Prime Minister: Abdullah bin Khalifa al-Thani
Government: traditional monarchy
Time zone: GMT +3
Area: 11400
Population: 800000
Languages:
Islam
Currency: Qatari Riyal (QR)
Country Dialing Code: 974
Weather
A harsh summer lasts from May to September with average temperatures around 35 ° C (95 ° F), although it can push as high as 48 ° C (118 ° F). If that weren't enough, high humidity adds to the discomfort. The winter months (December-February) are the time to go - there's the odd shower but the days are mild and pleasant and evenings are cool. Throughout the year, but especially in spring, Qatar is subject to sandstorms; rainstorms can also hit the country in December and January, causing road closures.
Source: http://www.yahoo.com
A secret newly revealed to the outside world.
It only began issuing tourist visas in 1989, but after a slow start Qatar has begun to reap the benefits of its new openness. Visitors are welcomed to a land of glitzy new hotels, towering sand dunes, ancient rock carvings and distinctive architecture.
Destination Facts
Capital: Doha
Emir: Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani
Prime Minister: Abdullah bin Khalifa al-Thani
Government: traditional monarchy
Time zone: GMT +3
Area: 11400
Population: 800000
Languages:
Islam
Currency: Qatari Riyal (QR)
Country Dialing Code: 974
Weather
A harsh summer lasts from May to September with average temperatures around 35 ° C (95 ° F), although it can push as high as 48 ° C (118 ° F). If that weren't enough, high humidity adds to the discomfort. The winter months (December-February) are the time to go - there's the odd shower but the days are mild and pleasant and evenings are cool. Throughout the year, but especially in spring, Qatar is subject to sandstorms; rainstorms can also hit the country in December and January, causing road closures.
Source: http://www.yahoo.com
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