Best Middle-Eastern Countries To Visit
The Middle East is not a dangerous zone, as conveyed in the media and what unfortunately most people think today. The countries of the Middle East are home to natural riches to explore with breathtaking landscapes. These country choices are based on their safety level, historical significance and natural beauty. The aim is to show you not only that the Middle East is a safe place to travel. But that it is also a region where you can admire the enormous natural and cultural contrast between the countries and the role relevant that they play in our history. Let’s discover together this list of the best middle-eastern countries to visit!
the best middle-eastern countries to visit
–United Arab Emirates
About 500 years ago, a group of Bedouins exploited underground freshwater resources to cultivate dates. This is how several villages and settlements emerged in the area we now call Liwa. The birthplace of the Nahyan family, the current ruling family of Abu Dhabi and the UAE.
Since then, and over the years, date cultivation in Liwa has been a key factor in the economic development of the region.
Liwa is located in the south of the United Arab Emirates, next to the Saudi border. A huge desert that stretches across the United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Oman and Saudi Arabia. It is considered to be the desert with the largest dunes on Earth.
Furthermore, in Liwa you will find the only true Bedouins in the UAE, and one of the highest dunes in the world, (over 300 meters).
Dubai, a city in the United Arab Emirates, is definitely one of the best places to visit in the Middle East. Dubai is home to the modern marvel of human engineering. The Burj Khalifa, which is taller than two Eiffel Towers placed one on top of the other is a site not to be missed when visiting.
Palm Jumeirah is an artificial island located in the coastal area of the United Arab Emirates. It houses hotels as well as residential areas. The Atlantis, the 5-star hotel, is located at the pinnacle of Palm Jumeirah.
And let’s be frank, Dubai is now one of most visited places on earth!
–Qatar
Qatar is one of the beauties of the Middle East and is the very first country in this region to host the FIFA World Cup in 2022.
Doha, the capital, is considered the brightest jewel of Qatar. It is also the capitale of the country. The city is a paradise for shopping enthusiasts. There are markets and souks that take you back to the traditional heritage and culture of Qatar. At night, when Doha shines brightly, take a long, leisurely walk along the Corniche, the walkways that run along the sea. You can also admire the twinkling lights reflecting off it as you immerse yourself in the calming atmosphere.
–Saudi Arabia
The cultural richness of the country will not fail to charm you. Saudi Arabia also has natural treasures, such as the largest sand desert in the world, as well as the largest oasis. A country on the Nejd plateau, it is also a boarder to the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf.
With its spectacular heritage sites, its futuristic megacity project worth 306 billion euros and its hospitality. Saudi Arabia is trying to establish itself as one of the most cutting-edge tourist destinations in the world.
–Lebanon
Beirut is the capital of Lebanon, a city that suffered one of the longest contemporary civil wars (25 years, ending in 1991). Today, despite all the destroyed buildings, Beirut boasts of being one of the safest cities in the region.
Beirut is a city with a deep, rich and contrasting history. It has dozens of neighborhoods that differ massively from each other: The trendy Gemmayzeh neighborhood, Hezbollah areas like Bourj al-Barajneh, the student neighborhood of Hamra, the former Palestinian refugee camps, the Armenian neighborhood of Bourj Hammoud , several Christian areas and much more! Beirut is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world.
–Türkiye
Turkey is one of the most popular tourist destination in the world. Turkey has one of the oldest and largest shopping centers in the world, the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul which dates from 1455. This bazaar has 64 streets, 4000 shops and 25,000 workers.
Antioch, Turkey, is considered the first Christian church built. With the Mesolithic temple of Göbekli Tepe, the biblical city of Ephesus and the World War I battlefield of Gallipoli, Turkey has 13 UNESCO World Heritage sites. Not to mention the other places not to miss during your trip to Turkey.
–Oman
Oman has only recently given a boost to its tourism industry, but it nevertheless occupies a very important position in the must-visit countries in the Middle East.
The Royal Opera House hosts most cultural events. The Grand Mosque is a must-visit if you are in Muscat. It houses the second largest carpet and chandelier in the world!
As Oman is a desert, it would not be surprising if its desert is left out of the list of places to visit during your trip to Oman. The Oman Desert (Wahiba Sands) is the region to explore, with its endless landscape and shifting dunes, where time itself seems to stand still. The Sultanate of Oman also has magnificent wadis which depict a scenic beauty entirely different from that of a desert.
–Jordan
Jordan is one of the most welcoming countries in the Middle East. There are many things that attract tourists to Jordan. The main sites are Petra, a city built in the mountains that hypnotizes us with its magnificent architecture, the Dead Sea, a super salty and incredibly buoyant water that has been attracting tourists for a long time, and Amman.
–Egypt
A visit to the pyramids, a cruise on the Nile, Egypt will keep you in suspense with each visit. The pyramids of Egypt are located at Giza in Cairo. These are the only existing structures among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The pyramids were built as tombs for the pharaohs, and upon entering its massive complex, you will be transported to a mystical world of the past!
Even though we are talking about an African country here, and one of the most visited countries in the world, Egypt can be considered a Middle Eastern country, which is worth visiting once in a lifetime.
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