Doha – A jewel in Qatar's crown
A glitzy skyline, bustling souks and ancient history – welcome to Doha, the capital of Qatar. The cosmopolitan city is where Bedouin tradition meets modern charm. Go past the city's cloud-brushing towers, street-prowling supercars and high-end shopping centre for example, and you'll find the spice-laden Souq Waqif market, home to everything from clothes to shisha pipes. Culture buff? Head to the world-class Museum of Islamic Art or Doha's National Museum of Qatar. Mother Nature has worked her magic here, too. Sprawling desert surrounds Doha, but venture two hours outside of the city and you'll discover the UNESCO-listed Inland Sea. It's one of only three places in the world where the desert joins the sea. And it's home to a rare species of turtle, so keep your eyes peeled.