Qatar

the impressive Katara Cultural Village, where you can explore art galleries, see an opera or concert in the huge amphitheatre, dine in one of the many restaurants or participate in water sports at the Village s private beach. Dig for desert roses unusually beautiful gypsum formations that can be found in the low salt flats near Al Shahaniya. Marvel at the unique phenomenon that is the Singing Sand Dunes of Doha; located 40 kilometres south-west of Doha, experience the low murmur that sounds like singing which occurs, in certain conditions, when the sand moves in the wind.

Visit the capital of Doha with its impressive skyline of futuristic buildings and towers. Home to 80 of Qatar s population, this city is a fascinating blend of old and modern. Stroll along the elegant Al-Corniche, the city s sparkling sea-front lined with footpaths, bike tracks, shops and restaurants. Grab a bargain in the carefully restored Souq Waqif. Redeveloped to look just like a 19 ^th century souq, it s been the site of a marketplace for centuries, when the Bedouin would come in to town to trade their sheep, goats and wool.