Altus to Qatar

Located in Southwest Oklahoma, Altus is a beautiful city that was founded in 1886. Previously known as Frazer, Altus today, serves as home to the Altus Air Force Base and important educational centres like Western Oklahoma State College and Southwest Technology Centre. Blessed with breathtaking landscapes and a perfect environment that is defined by urban fun, this place is one of the most happening tourist destinations in the state of Oklahoma. The widespread area of Altus offers prime turkey, quail and dove hunting places, and a large number of museums. Situated a few miles away from the northern part of the city is the very famous Lake Altus-Lugert, which offers excellent boating and camping opportunities. Quartz Mountain Nature Park, located in the western side of the lake, is another place where nature can be found in its most expressive form. For adventure-seekers and those who are young at heart, taking part in a stock car race in Altus speedway- the semi-banked asphalt oval racetrack can be a really exciting experience. Other places of tourist interest in the city are Museum of the Western Prairie and Morgan Doll Museum. The latter one is a specialty museum that features an extensive collection of nearly 5,000 antique dolls and doll houses. For comfortable travel and accommodation, tourists can choose Altus tour packages from MakeMyTrip.

Sandwiched between the Persian Gulf and Saudi Arabia, the rapidly growing country Qatar, with its capital Doha, is a world-class city in the making, thanks to its spectacular modern skyline, a fine and expansive traditional souk, and burgeoning arts and culinary scenes. Embark on a desert safari or learn about the ancient pursuit of falconry, watch camels race across the desert; this exciting Middle Eastern City has plenty to keep you busy. Explore Qatar’s history at the Al Zubarah Fort, get lost in the Souk Waqif (popular shopping area), cruise the famous Dhows (wooden Persian Gulf boats) at nightfall in Doha, get a hit of adrenaline by going to Dune bashing or just trot around the Villagio Mall! Tour the Museum of Islamic Art, located along Doha’s waterfront, which is devoted to the art of Islamic world; houses impressive collection of ceramics, carpets and calligraphy. While Islam is the predominant religion, the society is refreshingly tolerant! Spare a day to wander the Film City, by doing a bit of off-roading as it’s constructed in the middle of a desert! Beyond oil fields, the country has its share of natural beauty, with gorgeous beaches lining the western coast while the astounding dunes surround the Khor Al Adaid in the south. The large expanse of Al Thakira mangroves near Al Khor on the eastern seaboard also provides a sharp contrast to the adjoining desert landscape. Prepare yourselves as Qatar prepares itself to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup; you can book your flights with MakeMyTrip India.