Qatar Tour Guide: Dukhan Last updated on
Saturday 24th April 2010
Situated on the west coast of the peninsula, Dukhan is about 84km across the country from Doha. It became important when oil was discovered in the surrounding area.
Like Umm Said and Al-Wakrah, the town also has fine beaches.
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