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Afghanistan

This Central Asian country has started to rebuild after the fall of the repressive Taliban regime in November 2001. It is redefining its politics and alliances, and re-creating its physical infrastructure and society. But it still has a long way to g...

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Bahrain

Bahrain is rich in history and ancient civilizations have recently been discovered by archaeologists. Recent finds show Bahrain was the site of the lost civilization of Dilmun, often referred to as the fabled Garden of Eden and described as "par...

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Gulf of Aqaba

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Iran

Iran has magnificent ruins of ancient cities, glorious mosques and mausoleums, and museums so interesting they're bound to leave your feet sore. For the adventurous, there is trekking, budget-priced skiing, or hang-gliding off cliffs. Iran has...

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Iraq

The word Baghdad used to conjure up exotic images, from ancient relics to magic carpets. Today, Iraq is a nation struggling to rebuild both its infrastructure and government after the overthrow of Saddam Hussein by U.S.-led coalition forces in spring...

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Israel

Everyone has their own perception of what Israel is about: it’s a package of beaches and sun; it’s the Promised Land of the Jews; it’s the birthplace of Christ. And while it is all of these things, it's much more. Israel is a bustling, noisy, modern...

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Jordan

Bible stories, lost cities, Lawrence of Arabia - Jordan has so many romantic associations. Jordan is, on the whole, peaceful. It's one of the most welcoming, hospitable countries in the world. It's also home to two of the most spectacular sights in t...

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Kuwait

Kuwait has many modern attractions and activities for visitors. Kuwait city has one of the largest shopping malls in the Middle East including many high end stores and VIP theatres with massaging/reclining seats and a personal butler. Powerboati...

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Lebanon

Lebanon packs a lot into its borders, including ancient cities, Roman ruins, luxurious ski resorts, bucolic charm and Islamic architecture. Lebanon is culturally rich too, with a religious and social diversity that has sometimes led it to trouble. Fo...

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Oman

Oman is slowly emerging from its hermit shell, revealing a land of friendly people and dramatic landscapes peppered with forts. Although it remains, in many ways, the most traditional country in the region, it's often more outward looking than it's g...

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Pakistan

No matter which direction you turn in Pakistan, there's potential for trouble. On one side is Afghanistan, a country still in upheaval following anti-Taliban military operations. On the other is India, Pakistan's bitter rival. The two countries have ...

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Palestine

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Persian Gulf

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Qatar

Visitors to Qatar are welcomed to a land of glitzy new hotels, towering sand dunes, ancient rock carvings and distinctive architecture. Best known for being unknown, Qatar has a habit of falling off the world's radar. Most foreign maps of Arabia draw...

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Saudi Arabia

Arabia has intrigued travellers for centuries. Its vast swathes of desert were the swaddling clothes of infant Islam, the Arab race and of Arabic, a language considered holy by Muslims. It's also home to two of Islam's holiest cities and a host of mo...

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Strait of Hormuz

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Syria

Syria's historic sites rival those of its Middle Eastern neighbors; Syria also lays claim to the oldest continuously occupied city, the spunkiest Crusader castle, and the best preserved Roman theatre. The Syrian government may not be among the world'...

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United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a union of seven sovereign sheikhdoms, formed when the British withdrew from the Gulf in 1971. It boasts mountains, beaches, deserts, oases, camel racing, Bedouin markets and the legendary duty-free shopping of Dubai...

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Yemen

After more upsets than a first-time traveller to India, Yemen is developing a calm and collected air. Although the country is rapidly modernizing, plenty of old-style Arabia - from spicy souqs to presumptuous palaces - still exist. The country is cov...

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