My Qatar Journey: Lost in Souq
Doha, or specifically the Hamad International Airport, is a common transit point for many travelers on long distance flights between the east and the west. I transited at this airport several times, never stepped past the immigration because of short time gap. Only recently, with a layover of seven hours, i took the opportunity to explore this capital of Qatar. I may have just scratched the surface but in the few hours there, i had a rollercoaster of emotions- excitement, disappointment, awe and fear, that made this travel unforgettable. Perhaps, a thirst for more instead. Some Qatari products. Minus queue time at the airport, minus traffic uncertainty, i planned for a four hour experience. I prioritized my visit to the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) as i saw it listed among the must dos/sees in the city and focused my research primarily on that place. Upon arrival at the airport, immigration clearance was easy as Malaysians get free visa-on-arrival. Do check if you require visa...