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Muscat

Muscat is the capital of Oman and one of the most ancient cities in the Middle East. Its history dates back to the 2nd century A.D. and its worldwide fame is mainly linked to the strategic location of the port, which has made trade the country's main source of income. In addition to trade, the port has played a crucial role in another sector: tourism. Thanks to its location, the city offers the opportunity to visit the coast and the internal area of the country.

One of the best ways to reach the city is aborad a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that depart from Doha or that has the city as a stop is the ideal choice for those who want to discover the beauties of Middle East. The city offers a wide range of attractions that make the city the ideal destination for all types of tourists. Religious sites, residents of sultans, wide parks, local markets and beautiful beaches are just some of the places that deserve to be visited. Not to be missed is a visit to the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the third largest mosque in the world as well as the third most important religious building in the country.

Its architecture, with sumptuous walls made of white Carrara marble, renowned worldwide for its high quality, and the huge chandelier made of Swarovski crystal cascading down from the golden dome, always leave visitors breathless and make it one of the ideal subjects for your posts to share with friends. For history and culture lovers, a visit to the National Museum of the Sultan of Oman is a not to be missed experience. It hosts fourteen permanent exhibitions that perfectly represent the history of the city with the aim of promoting the traditional values of the country and helping visitors to discover the history of Doha.

If you like strolling along the streets and admiring the beauties around you, Mutrah district is the right choice. You can visit the district during the day for its elegant buildings and religious sites or at sunset to enjoy breathtaking views. If you want to relax and you are a beach lover, Muscat offers beautiful beaches like Qurum Beach, where you have the opportunity to bathe in the clear blue waters of the Gulf of Oman and relax under the palms.

For history and culture lovers, a visit to the National Museum of the Sultan of Oman is a not to be missed experience. It hosts fourteen permanent exhibitions that perfectly represent the history of the city with the aim of promoting the traditional values of the country and helping visitors to discover the history of Muscat.

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Abu Dhabi

Welcome to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates and the richest city in the world. The citizens, who sit on one-tenth of the planet's oil and have nearly $1 trillion invested abroad, are worth around $17 million each. (One million foreign workers do not share this wealth.)

Abu Dhabi is one of the most modern cities in the world. It is the centre of government and business in the United Arab Emirates, home of the oil companies that operate in the area and where the embassies are based. It has the most beautiful architecture in the Middle East with its modern buildings and skyscrapers. Abu Dhabi's wealth from oil has been cleverly used to promote healthy trade and a city with many services.

The promotion of tourism and various projects related to tourism will make Abu Dhabi a leader in the region. Large gardens and parks, streets lined with greenery, sophisticated skyscrapers, communication and transportation facilities, the presence of all the international luxury hotel chains, shopping centres, rich cultural centres and events provide tourists a unique experience all year round.

Doha

Doha, located on the Persian Gulf, is the capital and the most populous city of Qatar. A spectacular skyline, very tall skyscrapers, beautiful works of art and historic monuments are perfectly mixed together creating a perfect combination of antiquity and modernity.

For its enchanting coastal views, sandy beaches, stores, museums, art galleries and restaurants, the city is the ideal destination for all types of tourists and the starting point for those who want to discover Qatar and the entire Gulf. Desert climate, with mild winters and very hot summers, and its beautiful beaches make Doha the ideal destination for those who want relaxation and enjoy all the comfort offered by the city.

Enjoy a fresh drink with a beathtaking view in front of you is a priceless experience! If you want to immerse yourself in the typical Arabic atmosphere, do not miss the opportunity to visit the Imam Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab Mosque, the largest mosque in Qatar and one of the most important symbols of the city.

A unique architecture that, with stunningly beautiful arches and domes, an earth-toned marble floor, blends traditional and modern elements, leaving visitors speechless. If you are a shopping lover, do not miss the opportunity to visit one of the local markets located in different areas of the city, the famous suq. Places rich in history, once used by merchants and merchants to exchange products, services and information are now the ideal destination for those who want to buy local produces and taste one of the local dishes. Temperatures, especially in the summer months, do not always make sightseeing easy.

Take advantage of places that have air conditioning such as museums, shopping malls and entertainment venues and don't let it stop you from exploring the beauty of this city!

For example, the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), one of the most visited museum in the city, hosts ceramics, manuscripts and many other works of art dating back to the oldest and even more modern eras. A visit to the Villaggio Mall is the ideal destination for those who want to be immerse in the Italian magical atmosphere. The shopping mall is the perfect depiction of the Italian city of Venice not only for its canals but also for the opportunity to take a gondola ride.

One of the best ways to reach the city is aborad a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that depart from Doha or that has the city as a stop is the ideal choice for those who want to discover the beauties of Middle East.