Time Zone |
Asia/Qatar |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Pacific/Kosrae |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+11 |
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.
Pohnpei, one of the four states of the Federated States of Micronesia, is located in the central part of the Caroline Islands in the western Pacific Ocean and consists of the main island, Pohnpei, and a number of surrounding atolls, with the capital city, Palikir, being the political center of the country. It is famous for its magnificent natural landscape and deep history and culture. Mount Namaduwashid in the center of the main island is 791 meters above sea level, the highest peak in the Federated States of Micronesia, and the surrounding area is covered with rainforests, waterfalls and streams. The ruins of the island's South Madurese Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are about 800 years old and consist of nearly 100 man-made islands and canals, demonstrating the architectural ingenuity of ancient Micronesians. Pohnpei's rich coral reefs make it a popular destination for diving and eco-tourism, and the local culture retains traditional tribal customs and festivals, blending Polynesian and Micronesian flavors and attracting explorers from around the globe to this "Garden of the Pacific."