Country Information
| Sovereign State | Yes |
| Country Codes | QA, QAT, 634 |
| Official Name | State of Qatar |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Doha |
| Government Type | Absolute Monarchy |
| Currency | Qatari Riyal (QAR) |
| Calling Code | +974 |
| Member Of | United Nations, Gulf Cooperation Council, Arab League, Organisation of Islamic Cooperation |
| Population | Approximately 2.8 million |
| Total Area | 11,586 km² |
| Highest Point | Qurayn Abu al Bawl (103 meters, 338 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Persian Gulf (0 meters, 0 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | USD 93,508 |
| Life Expectancy | 80 years |
| Internet TLD | .qa |
Qatar National Anthem
As Salam al Amiri (Peace to the Amir)
Swearing by God who erected the sky,
Swearing by God who spread the light,
Qatar will always be free,
By the spirit of the loyal.
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the Qatar Flag
The national flag of Qatar was officially adopted on July 9, 1971, when the country gained independence from Britain. The Qatari flag has a unique design and color, distinguishing it from its neighboring countries.
The flag features a maroon field with a broad vertical white serrated band (nine white points) on the hoist side. The maroon color, known as ‘Qatar maroon,’ is unique and symbolizes the bloodshed during the several wars Qatar participated in, particularly in the second half of the 19th century. The nine-point serrated line indicates Qatar as the 9th member of the ‘reconciled Emirates’ of the Persian Gulf at the conclusion of the Qatari-British treaty in 1916.
The original flag of Qatar was plain red, similar to the flags of other neighboring countries. Over time, due to the sun and the sea, the red dye used in the flag faded to maroon, which led to the creation of the unique shade. In 1949, the white stripe with serrated edges was added to differentiate it from the flag of Bahrain.
The flag of Qatar is a symbol of national pride and independence. It reflects the country’s history, its struggles for sovereignty, and its identity as a nation. The Qatari flag is prominently displayed across the country, from government buildings to public spaces, and during national and international events, representing the unity and the spirit of the Qatari people.