Explore one of the richest countries in the world named as Qatar and see what the country has to offer to you when it comes about tourism. Memorizing 20th century stereotype of a fresh, rich Arab Gulf state and its fascinating capital – Doha, the country is a breathtaking place one has ever seen anywhere else in the earth. Right from its developed and shining buildings, chaotic streets, mix of old and new attractions, and many other sights that easily lures one entirely is what the characteristic of Qatar.
The country is located in the Middle East and is a peninsula that raises the beauty of the Persian Gulf and is surrounded by Saudi Arabia towards the northern direction, Bahrain towards East, and Emirates towards the West. Right from the middle of 1800s, the country has altered itself highly from a poor British territory that was noted chiefly for the pearling to a sovereign state along with the noteworthy oil and natural gas revenues. This allows the country to have a per capita income that is somewhat above the leading industrial countries of Western Europe. Qatar is actually the home to Al Jazeera, which is the television station and is frequently entering into the modern world. The major example set about the modernization is through the performance of 2006 Asian Games.
While arriving at the airport in Doha, you will get a visa that is issued by Qatar to every passengers who belongs to France, UK, Italy, Australia, Germany, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxemburg, Austria, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Portugal, Denmark, Greece, Ireland, Monaco, Spain, Finland, The Vatican, Iceland, San Marino, Andorra, Brunei, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the USA. The price you need to pay is QR 100.00 that is US$ 28 and payment can also be made by credit card. In fact, the country grants permission to stay for a month.
Enter the provinces of Qatar through Doha’s airport and spend a memorable vacation by exploring as much sites as possible. As the country is bounded by the sea, you should get captivated through the watersports that becomes must to try. Besides this, Kite-surfing has also become a well-known activity for the westerners whereas, the locals still prefer to enjoy driving jet-skis close to the beaches with high speed. Those who love land more than the sea can head on any of the
safari tours towards the desert and try enjoying the dune-bashing activity with the Landcruisers, Nissans, and others.
While enjoying several places, attractions, and activities at the site, do try your hand in shopping as well. It will give you immense pleasure as the country is filled with various malls and in fact, Doha could be found surrounded with malls. Visit the major attractive places and attractions like the Pearl Qatar, Al-Ghuwair Castle, Ishat Island, Al Saflia Island, Alia Island, Shrao’s Island, Haloul Island, Qatar National Museum, 
Doha Zoo, Al Bida Park, Doha Fort, Doha Asian Games, Palm Tree Island, Corniche Bay, Barzan Towers, Cornell University’s Weill Medical College, Aspire Tower, West Bay, Diwan Al-Emiri, and the Zubara fort.
The more you will explore and wander along the streets of Qatar, the more you will be enticed to see and experience the attractions and the gleaming cities of the country. The capital city of Doha itself is an attraction as a whole. Its sky touching towers and the buildings dazzles with the lightings around it and seems like sparkling stars while dusk. So enjoy the nightlife in Qatar as well to enjoy the two different worlds full of excitement.
Saudi Arabian culture mainly revolves around both Islamic and tribal values. Islam’s two holiest sites, Mecca and Medina, are located in the country.
Five times every day, Muslims are called to prayer from the minarets of mosques which are scattered around the country.
The weekend begins on Thursday due to Friday being the holiest day for Muslims.
One of Saudi Arabia’s most compelling folk rituals is the Al Ardha, the country’s national dance.