You probably know Qatar as one of the wealthiest countries in the world, with a futuristic skyline, grand shopping malls, and advanced tech like self-driving subways and bus stops with air con. Oh, and the World Cup. But beyond the luxury and smart city developments, there's a stark contrast between rich and poor, freedom and restrictions. In this video, we’ll explore the rich architecture of Doha, the nearly empty streets of Lusail, and the lives of locals and expats in a country where tradition meets cutting-edge innovation. Join me on this journey through a land of contrasts, from luxury cars to migrant workers' rights.

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:42 Doha International Airport
03:14 Is this a piece of art or children’s playground?
04:18 Empty streets of Lusail smart city
10:31 Bans on the embankment
13:25 Katara Towers: Why are they so famous?
14:27 Vintage cars and empty restaurants
15:15 Can you drink in Qatar?
17:24 Class difference in Qatar
18:36 Why are there so many security guards?
18:53 World Cup stadium area
19:48 Let’s go shopping!
20:54 How much does food cost here?
22:42 Variety of water you’ve never seen before!
23:33 Mocktails, 0% wine and other drinks
24:03 Human rights in Qatar and Al Jazeera
27:48 Migrant workers' rights in Qatar
28:16 Restrictions for Qatari citizens
30:49 Discovering another newly-built district
31:59 I found a tram!
34:45 What makes you love a city? Doha's modern architecture
40:16 Urban gardens
42:34 Pedestrian experience: is this city safe?
49:38 Exploring Doha’s subway: for rich and for poor
53:39 A stroll along an older Qatari promenade
55:22 Air-con in bus stops?!
57:17 Museum of Modern Art
1:03:50 Michelin-chef restaurant in a museum
1:04:27 Palm leaves instead of lampposts?
1:07:35 Sustainable playground: welcome to the future!
1:12:44 Recycling project: does it work?
1:14:35 Falcon hunting and the national bird market
1:16:33 Camel racing
1:18:00 Conclusion