Map
Source: CIA World Factbook
Summary Data
| summary data |
|
| Total Area (km2) |
11,437 |
| Land (km2) |
11,437 |
| Water (km2) |
0 |
| Population |
928,635 |
| Population Density (/km2) |
81 |
| Capital |
Doha |
| Religion (%) |
Muslim 77.5%
Christian 8.5%
Other 14% |
| Time |
GMT+3 |
| Climate |
Qatar's climate is very arid and although Winters
are relatively mild the summer months are very
hot and humid. |
Source: CIA World Factbook
Geography
Qatar is a country which is rich in oil; it is situated in the
Middle East and borders Saudi Arabia and the Persian Gulf. The
northern part, particularly in the west mainly consists of hills
whereas the rest of the country is made up of sand dunes and salt
flats. Doha is the capital city and situated along the central
eastern coast.
Government
Qatar gained independence from the UK in 1971 and the government
is Emirate. The head of state is currently Prince Sheikh Hamad bin
Khalifa al-Thani and the head of government is Prime Minister
Sheikh Hamad bin Jasim. Qatar's national holiday is Independence
Day which is celebrated on 3rd September. The legal system is
based on Islamic and Civil laws code.
Language
Arabic is the official language in Qatar although some English
is spoken throughout the country, mainly in popular tourist areas
or major cities such as Doha.
Electricity
240 volts AC, 50Hz.
Plugs are of the three pin style.
Passports/Visa
A passport valid for a minimum of six months after the return
date from Qatar is required by all nationals.
Visas
All Nationals require a visa to enter Qatar, Some nationals can
obtain a visa on arrival at Qatar although this should be checked
with the Qatar embassy before travelling.
Passport/Visa Information
Qatar Embassy
1 South Audley Street,
London
W1K 1NB.
Telephone: (020) 7492 2200
Fax: (020) 7493 2661
Airports and Airlines
Doha International Airport
(DOH)
- Location: The airport is situated a few
kilometres southeast of the city centre.
- Time: GMT + 3
- Contacts: PO Box 22550 Doha, Qatar
- Tel: 462 2999
- Fax: 462 2044
- Website: www.dohaairport.com
- Terminals: 2
- Transfer to the city: There are taxis
available into the city center from outside the airport. The
metered taxis are orange and white vehicles.
- Car rental: Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz,
Sixt and Thrifty all have service desks at the airport.
- Facilities: The airport offers many
restaurants and bars, shops which include duty free shopping, ATMs,
currency exchange services and a post office. The airport also has
a medical clinic, lost luggage desk and a male only mosque.
- Parking: Short and long term parking is
available
Standard of Living
Qatar is constantly developing and all the while the country is
enjoying a higher standard of living with better education and
health care systems. With less strict property ownership, foreign
expatriates can comfortably live in the country with a well paid
job and a higher standard of living.
Principal commercial centers and towns
Qatar consists of many cities and towns although Doha is the
most populated and developed city.
| population by city/town 2007 |
|
| Doha |
339,847 |
| Ar Rayyan |
272,583 |
| Al Wakrah |
31,009 |
| Al Khawr |
31,547 |
| Al Jumaliyah |
13,085 |
Source: Wikipedia
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