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Enjoy a visit to the national mosque of Qatar, an impressive fort-like structure that welcomes visitors outside of prayer hours. 

Encompassing a museum, monuments, galleries and more, this complex is designed to record, remember and educate people on the events of the Holocaust.

Al Wakrah\'s nicely redeveloped beach offers a vast expanse of white sand dotted with palm trees. It’s a great place to relax on weekends.

Sheltered within a valley of red rocks is one of the world’s most famous façades. Marvel at the artistic details that remain crisp after more than 2,000 years. 

Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem. 

The remains of this splendid ancient Roman place of worship give some idea of the importance of this building, originally dedicated to the goddess of hunting and fertility. 

One of the most eye-catching modern buildings in Israel is also one of its most intriguing museums, packed with exhibitions dedicated to contemporary design.

Sheltered within a valley of red rocks is one of the world’s most famous façades. Marvel at the artistic details that remain crisp after more than 2,000 years. 

This famous church stands at the site where, according to Christian belief, Jesus was killed, buried and later raised from the dead.  

Sheltered within a valley of red rocks is one of the world’s most famous façades. Marvel at the artistic details that remain crisp after more than 2,000 years. 

This fascinating amphitheater was carved out of the rock face, just like the surrounding tombs of the famous UNESCO World Heritage site of Petra.

Admire different styles of architecture and examine the craftsmanship of this ancient structure at the start of Petra, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed “Lost City” of Jordan.

Explore an amazing sandstone canyon and marvel at the towering façades and tombs of this long-lost Jordanian city, one of the “New” Seven Wonders of the World.

Rows of extraordinary palaces seem to grow from within the colorful mountain rock. Climb the stairs to reach these marvels of the world. 

Stand beneath ancient stone columns, admire the detail of the large mosaics or just take in the views from this 5th-century ruin.

This fascinating amphitheater was carved out of the rock face, just like the surrounding tombs of the famous UNESCO World Heritage site of Petra.

Stand beneath ancient stone columns, admire the detail of the large mosaics or just take in the views from this 5th-century ruin.

Once the heart of Amman, this 2,000 year old amphitheater still inspires awe and highlights the genius of Roman engineering and design.

Rows of extraordinary palaces seem to grow from within the colorful mountain rock. Climb the stairs to reach these marvels of the world. 

Sheltered within a valley of red rocks is one of the world’s most famous façades. Marvel at the artistic details that remain crisp after more than 2,000 years. 

Admire different styles of architecture and examine the craftsmanship of this ancient structure at the start of Petra, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed “Lost City” of Jordan.

Sheltered within a valley of red rocks is one of the world’s most famous façades. Marvel at the artistic details that remain crisp after more than 2,000 years. 

Rows of extraordinary palaces seem to grow from within the colorful mountain rock. Climb the stairs to reach these marvels of the world. 

Explore an amazing sandstone canyon and marvel at the towering façades and tombs of this long-lost Jordanian city, one of the “New” Seven Wonders of the World.