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When you fly from Maputo to Mashhad with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Maputo International Airport is Mozambique's primary international gateway, connecting the capital to both regional and international destinations. It's also the country's largest and busiest airport, operating 24 hours a day with an annual passenger capacity of over one million.
Get there via a local taxi service or one of the available bus routes, with dedicated parking facilities provided for private vehicles. Located just three kilometres northwest of the city centre, the airport is conveniently close. Once inside the modern terminal, proceed to one of the fourteen dedicated check-in counters. With advanced security screening systems and digital passenger information displays, you can look forward to a seamless travel experience.
As you wait to board your flight, enjoy various amenities at this major Southern African hub. The air-conditioned departure halls offer a selection of retail and dining outlets, and complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the waiting areas. You can also relax in the prestigious Presidential VIP Lounge.
Mashhad is Iran's second-largest city, celebrated for its profound heritage and modern commercial scene. As a major hub in the northeast, its history as a trade centre along the Silk Road has created a truly unique cultural experience for you to discover.
At the heart of the city stands the magnificent Imam Reza Shrine, a key pilgrimage destination. This stunning complex is an architectural jewel, featuring intricate Persian mirror mosaics, grand courtyards, and the revered Goharshad Mosque, built in the 15th century.
Explore Mashhad’s rich literary history by visiting the Tomb of Ferdowsi in nearby Tus, which commemorates the author of the epic 'Shahnameh'. The city’s vibrant bazaars, such as Bazaar Reza, are a treasure trove for shoppers looking for authentic Persian carpets, exquisite saffron, and gemstones like turquoise. For a taste of the local area, dine on traditional dishes like shole mashhadi in the picturesque villages of Torqabeh and Shandiz, nestled in the surrounding mountains.
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