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Asia/Qatar |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Africa/Accra |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Doha is the capital and largest city of Qatar, located on the Persian Gulf coast and is the political, economic and cultural center of the country. As the host city for the 2022 FIFA World Cup soccer tournament, Doha is known for its modern skyline, luxury architecture and rapid urbanization.
Doha is the financial hub of Qatar, with Hamad International Airport and a modern port of Middle Eastern importance, and relies on the oil and gas industry to drive its economy. The city's metro system is efficient and accessible, supporting sustainable development.
Doha blends traditional and contemporary culture, with attractions including the Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village and Wakif Bazaar. Visitors can experience desert safaris, seaside retreats and high-end shopping centers such as the Virageo Mall.
Doha has a hot and dry climate, but the infrastructure is well developed and offers a high quality of life. With a focus on greening and environmental programs, the city is an expatriate hub known for its safety, diversity and world-class education and healthcare resources.
Located in southwestern Ghana along the Gulf of Guinea and part of the Western Region, Axim is one of the oldest coastal settlements in Ghana. Located about 220 kilometers from the capital city of Accra, the city has a natural deep-water harbor and was historically a stronghold of Portuguese and Dutch colonial trade.
Axim is home to the 17th-century Portuguese-built Fort Santo Antonio, which is now part of the Ghana Castles and Fortresses UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city's old town offers a mix of colonial architecture and traditional fishing villages, and the annual Kundum Festival showcases the traditional culture of the local Nzema people.
As the second largest fishing port in Ghana, Axim has a rich fishing industry and modern cold storage facilities. The city is also an important distribution center for the western cocoa region, and is surrounded by rubber plantations and offshore oil extraction facilities. Eco-tourism has been growing rapidly in recent years, and visitors can take boat trips to observe sea turtle nesting or visit the nearby Ankasa Nature Reserve.