Introducing Qatar
One of the world’s wealthiest countries due to its petroleum and natural gas reserves, Qatar shares borders with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates and has coastlines along the Persian Gulf. Qatar also has a substantial expatriate community, with Qatari citizens comprising only 15% of the country’s population. Qatar attracts millions of tourists each year, who come to experience a one-of-a-kind holiday featuring luxurious accommodations and activities such as gulf diving and desert safaris. A country with a rich cultural heritage, Qatar is home to traditional souks as well as world-class museums that showcase impressive examples of Islamic art. Qatar’s capital, Doha, known for its modern skyline, polished shopping malls, and coastline, is a popular destination for both business and tourist trips. Other popular tourist destinations in the country include Dukhan and Al Vakra; each of these cities offer visitors diverse natural and cultural experiences, as well as a wide range of entertainment and lodging options.
Turkish Airlines operates daily flights to Qatar from Istanbul Airport. Flights to Doha take an average of four hours and 30 minutes.
