Interesting Qatar Facts to Help You Plan Your Future Middle East Trip
As travel restrictions are gradually easing across the Middle East, travellers have started exploring destinations to visit. Here are some interesting Qatar facts to help you plan your next trip –
- Country with no forest
Qatar is one of four territories in the world which does not have any forests. To increase green cover in the country, the authorities are creating Middle East’s largest man-made forest with 95,000 trees in an area of 12 square kilometres. After completion, this area will look like a public recreational park with nearly 50 picnic spots. For the bird watchers, this space will have a bird lagoon too.
2. Safest Country in the World
Speaking of interesting Qatar facts, it should be noted that natural disasters are not a very common phenomenon in the country. Scientists claim that earthquakes in Qatar are extremely rare with only a 0.1 percent chance, making it one of world’s safest countries.
3. Desert Camping Programs
Various tour companies in the region are offering overnight desert safaris starting at 2 pm and ending at 9 next mornings. You can enjoy four-wheel drive adventures in Qatar’s sand dunes near the Saudi Arabian border. The camping venue at the beach on the Arabian Gulf can be enjoyed best with bonfires, barbecue dinners amid traditional Arabic seating.
4. Al Jassasiya Rock Carvings
Home to some of the most impressive rock-carving sites, the Al Jassasiya Rock Carvings are a great spot to witness a part of Qatar’s heritage. Some of these carvings are more than 1000 years old. This place is famous among photographers who are interested in taking unique snapshots of fishes, footprints and ship markings.
5. Artificial Island of Qatar
An artificial island spanning nearly four square kilometres called as the Pearl Qatar is a great place for travellers who believe in comfort travelling. Luxurious townhouses, award-winning beaches and high-end restaurants, make this island worth a visit. This place is the first land available for freehold ownership by foreign nationals.
We hope these interesting Qatar facts help you make a decision about your future travel plans.
