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Qatar
It only began issuing tourist visas in 1989, but after a slow start Qatar has begun to reap the benefits of its new openness. Visitors are welcomed to a land of glitzy new hotels, towering sand dunes, ancient rock carvings and distinctive architecture.
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| Full Name: | State of Qatar |
|---|---|
| Capital City: | Doha |
| Population: | 800,000 |
| Area: | 11,400 square kilometres |
| Language Spoken | Arabic, English, Urdu |
| Religion | Islam |
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