This location map shows Qatar, a small but important country on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. Qatar, marked in red, is strategically located along the Persian Gulf, bordered by Saudi Arabia and close to the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. The global view helps to understand its geographic relevance in the Middle East and its connectivity to Africa, Asia and Europe.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | State of Qatar |
| Capital | Doha |
| Largest City | Doha |
| Official Language | Arabic |
| Area | 1,648,195 sq km |
| Population | ~2.8 million |
| Currency | Qatari Riyal (QAR) |
| Time Zone | Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3) |
| Calling Code | +974 |
| Major Religions | Islam |
| Supreme Leader (Emir of Qatar) | Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani |
| National Animal | Arabian Oryx |
| Highest Peak | Qurayn Abu al Bawl (103 meters) |
| National Sport | Football (Soccer) |
| Drives on | Right side |