Doha: The rapidly growing tourism industry in Qatar has taken the global travel community by surprise with its diverse travel attractions which leisure lovers still need to discover.
The country has much more to offer to the world besides the frequently visited iconic locations that add glamour and glitter to the Arabian state which is now the cynosure of all eyes for having hosted a stunning and spectacular sporting event.
The amazing desert safari and once-in-a-lifetime ride on a camel are certainly fond memories that any holiday maker would take home.
FIFA World Cup fans and visitors at Messaed well known for desert safari, sea baths, and camel rides were astounded and all smiles by the rare and a unique experience they had while travelling between match times to explore the country.
According to tour operators, visitors to Qatar prefer to venture away from the hustle and bustle of the city to explore the desert on a half-day adventure from the capital city Doha.People love to travel into the towering dunes, pass sealine beach along the way, and enjoy a host of fun-filled and leisure activities throughout the day.
Riding a camel, crashing through the dunes, and gliding down the dunes on a sandboard are unforgettable moments for visitors, Mohammed Hussein, a tour operator said.
The camel ride was a thriller to those who flocked at Messaed for a rare opportunity in their travel itinerary.
I was just taken aback by the marvelous terrain and the adventure to the desert which will be etched in my mind above all exceptional locations that I have been to, said Stephanie Adams who was on her maiden visit to Qatar.Qatar is popular for its natural reserves, historic forts, international resorts and five-star hotels, public parks, restaurants and malls.
Qatar is considered one of the safest tourist destinations in the world enabling visitors to taste the Arabic cuisine, culture, and generous hospitality.Corniche, Dohas’ waterfront promenade offers spectacular vistas of the city, from the dramatic high-rise towers of the central business district to the bold shapes of the Museum of Islamic Art. Traditional wooden dhows lining the Bay evoke echoes of Qatar’s great seafaring past.
A stroll down the bustling alleys of Souq Waqif provides an authentic taste of traditional commerce, architecture, and culture.
The location is home to a maze of small shops that offer a dazzling array of Middle Eastern merchandise from spices and seasonal delicacies to perfumes, jewellery, clothing, handicrafts, and a treasure trove of souvenir bargains.
Located on Qatar’s north-west coast and comprising the immaculately restored Al Zubarah Fort and surrounding 60-hectare archaeological works, this UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the most extensive and best-preserved examples of an 18th–19th-century settlement in the region.
Some 60 km from Doha in the southeastern corner of the country lies one of Qatar’s most impressive natural wonders, the ‘Inland Sea’ or Khor Al Adaid.
A UNESCO recognised natural reserve with its own ecosystem, this is one of the few places in the world where the sea encroaches deep into the heart of the desert.
The Pearl, a man-made island off the West Bay coast features Mediterranean-style yacht-lined marinas, residential towers, villas, and hotels.
Katara has been the choice of travelers for its impressive theatres, galleries, and performance venues that stage a lively year-round programme of concerts, shows, and exhibitions.Qatar expects over 1.2 million visitors for the World Cup which is currently in progress across eight state-of-the-art stadiums in the country.
