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Bahrain Plans To Double Tourism Contribution

A top official of Bahrain Ministry of Culture and Information said the country plans to double the current tourism sector contribution to the economy. Essa Hassani said that plans include 20 new five star hotels to be added within the next few years. Mr. Hassani said tourism is a big contributor to the county’s economy, accounting for 12% of GDP. He expects the tourism sector contribution to GDP will increase to 25% within 10 years. 

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Umm Al Jimal

Umm Al Jimal

Amman, Jordan

The town of Umm Al Jimal was likely founded by the Nabateans in the first century BC.  It was incorporated into the Roman Empire in the second century AD, but soon after was destroyed in a revolt.  During the Byzantine Period, the city prospered as a military outpost and trading center.  It's heyday was during the sixth and seventh centuries, before war and a devastating earthquake ...

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Isfahan, Iran

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Southern Attols

Southern Attols

Maldives, Maldives

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City Hall

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