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                        Bahrain Travel Guide          

In General

Bahrain is a Middle Eastern archipelago of 33 islands on the southwestern coast of the Arabian Gulf. Is situated between Saudi Arabia's  east coast and the Qatar peninsula. Bahrain, meaning "two seas" in Arabic, is the largest island of the archipelago. Manama is the capital and largest city of the emirate of Bahrain. Is located on the northeastern tip of Bahrain Island. Manama is relaxed and cosmopolitan, is remains essentially Arab in its culture and lifestyle. The country was once named Dilmun by the ancient Sumerians. Oil dominates Bahrain's economy and, together with gas and petrochemicals, accounts for the bulk of exports and government revenue. Travelers can enjoy Bahrain's traditional attractions, contains numerous archaeological sites, historical museums, mosques, and traditional markets.

The Souq Market

colors, sounds, and aromas, is a bustling marketplace with numerous traditional as well as modern shops, Bahrain is a shopper's paradise. The souq market, is located in the heart of the city, near Bab Al Bahrain. The Souq. Is a cultural institution, of the Middle East. is frequented by tourists from all over the world to experience the traditional setting of the marketplace which has been preserved over the years.

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 Bahrain Fort

Historically, this is one of the most important sites in Bahrain. Also known as the Portuguese Fort, The Fort was built by the Portuguese in 1522 on the ruins of an earlier small fort built by the people of Bahrain. Bahrain Fort lies on the northern coast of the island. The Portuguese added the high walls, the huge square towers and a surrounding moat which is still visible to visitors. The fort is well worth taking a good couple of hours to look around.

Barbar Temple

The Barbar Temple is made up of the remains of three different temples, built one on top of the other. It is believed that they were built as a place of worship for the God of Spring Waters, Enki, and a sacred well within the complex strengthens this theory.

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Al-Khamis mosque

Al-Khamis mosque is one of the oldest surviving mosques in the region, located in Sh. Salman Road, is the island's largest mosque. The traditional Islamic detail is sympathetically combined with modern construction techniques. The building also houses the Religious Institute for Islamic Affairs. The original site and foundations are believed to date back to the late 7th century AD. The mosque was officially opened on 2 of June in 1988. The two minarets are each 70 meters tall. It is an notable architectural landmark, and is also plays a very important role in the life of the people of Bahrain.

Bahrain National Museum

The Bahrain National Museum covers 6000 years of Bahrain's history. Located on the intersection of the Muharraq Causeway and King Faisal Highway. The purpose of the National Museum is to preserve, increase, and disseminate knowledge of the artistic, natural and cultural history of Bahrain. It was officially opened by the Amir Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa in December 1988. There are also photographs and models of pearling exhibitions and artifacts to represent the former source of Bahrain wealth before the advent of oil.