A Travel Guide to Bahrain
By: Maddy Dreher
A Map of Bahrain
The Flag of Bahrain
This flag design was officially adopted in 1932.
Manama
The capital of Bahrain is Manama. It is located near the northern tip of the island & has a population of 157,000.
Statistics
Population Size: 1.332 Million (as of 2013)
Total Square Miles: 293 sq. mi
Capital/: Manama
Religions: Islam
Official Language: Arabic
Places to Visit
The Amwaj Islands
An island surrounded by tranquil azure waters, clear blue skies, fresh breeze, and a community of people with different cultures living in close harmony. An island flowing with waterways and lagoons connected to the sea
The Adhari Park
Adhari Park is a brand new visitor attraction in Bahrain adjacent to the existing Adhari National Park. It provides a complete leisure experience for the whole family, aiming to become the number one family attraction in the GCC, with 38 exciting outdoor and indoor rides for people of all ages, a Family Entertainment Centre, 10 food outlets at the Food Court, Dine in restaurant,Coffee Shops and a lot more
Al Khamis Mosque
Built around 692 AD, Al Khamis Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in the Arab world. The identical twin minarets on this ancient Islamic monument make it easily recognizable. The foundation dates back to the 11th century and has been rebuilt in the 14th and 15th centuries. During this reconstruction the twin minarets were added
Mosque:
A building that is used for Muslim religious services
Top 3 Largest Cities
Manama
Manama, capital of the island nation of Bahrain, is a major financial center with a thriving economy. Although Bahrain is an Islamic country, alcohol is legal, and Manama has a thriving nightlife, with clubs and bars popular with visitors from all over the world
Riffa
Riffa is divided into two parts; East Riffa and West Riffa. The city is mainly located in the Central Governorate, while smaller parts are in the Southern Governorate. Most of the city's inhabitants are Sunni Muslims
Muharraq
Muharraq used to be the capital until 1923 when Manama became the capital. The city is located on Muharraq Island and has long been a center of religion