Trivia in Qatar

National symbols

Flag: White on the hoist side and maroon on the fly side, with nine serrations at the border symbolizing Qatar as the ninth member of Gulf states.

Emblem: Circular design featuring a dhow boat with waves, two date palms, and crossed sabers.

Trivia & facts

• The only country in the world whose English name begins with Q.
• LNG export volume has long been among world's highest, serving as a major supplier to Japan and Korea.
• The only Paris Fashion Association branch in the Persian Gulf, with flourishing fashion promotion.
• Public Wi-Fi 'HIAQatar' is free at the airport and major city areas.
• Initial investment for launching Al Jazeera reportedly came from 150 million USD of the Emir's private funds.
• Capital name Doha derives from Arabic meaning 'large shade of tree.'
• Women's driving is legal, and female police officers have increased in recent years.
• The country's highest point is only 103m above sea level.
• Tap water is almost entirely sourced from seawater desalination plants.
• First country to host FIFA World Cup in November-December in tournament history.