Qatar is situated halfway along the western coast of the Arabian Gulf. It is a peninsula projecting northwards about 160 sq.km. It has been blessed with large oil reserves and one of the world’s largest single concentration of non-associated natural gas in the world. Its economy is sound and thriving.

The climate is characterized by a mild winter with little rain and a hot summer. The weather is generally pleasant during the period from October to May.

The people of Qatar number about 640,000. Islam is the country’s official religion. Arabic is the official language although English is widely spoken. European and Asian communities reside and work in the government sector and business enterprises.

The currency is Qatari Riyal (US$1=QR3.65). Several hotels of different grades are available in Doha. Also many restaurants and fast food chains are present. There are also shopping centers and shopping markets dispersed in various places in Doha.

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