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Bahrain
Bahrain has progressed into a cosmopolitan society of religions and communities. With the discovery of oil in 1932 rapid modernization occurred in Bahrain. Bahrain has the fastest growing and also the freest economy in all of the Middle East because of its oil and tourism. In March 1999, King Hamad ibn Isa Al Khalifah became head of state and introduced parliamentary elections, granted women the right to vote, and released all political prisoners. This was seen as a "historic period of human rights".The country officially became a kingdom in 2002. ...Read More

Places To Visit

Hotels In Bahrain

Sited in Manama amidst facilities for sailing, jet skiing, scuba diving and the Riffa Golf course...
This five-star hotel is indisputably Bahrain's most luxurious and lavish hotel, with its own...
This hotel boasts a coffee shop, a complimentary buffet breakfast, four restaurants and bars...
Located in central Manama, Bahrain, this hotel features a hair salon, a Moroccan restaurant, a...
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Muslim Information

Masjid Information

In Muslim countries there is usually a Mosque at every street corner so we are not listing masjids here.

Halal Restaurants

In Muslim countries the food served in most restaurants is Halal so we are not listing halal restaurants here.

Prayer Timings

FajrSunrise ZuhrAsr MaghribIsha
03:2304:50 11:3403:03 06:1907:46

Transportation/Getting Around

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As Bahrain is fairly small, it is ...
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Bahrain History
Bahrain’s rich history dates back from the early Dilmun period through the Islamic era. Archaeological evidence dating to 3000 B.C. shows that the Sumerians settled in the main island. In about 2000 B.C. it was known as Dilmun and served as a trading post on the course between the Indus valley and Mesopotamia (now Iraq). In 400 C.E. Bahrain was annexed by the Sassanian Empire. Bahrain was called by different names such as Awal, before Islam. In 629 C.E, Muslims conquered the region and ruled until the sixteenth century. In 1521, the Portuguese took control, using Bahrain as a military... read more

Ritz-Carlton Bahrain Hotel
This five-star hotel is indisputably Bahrain's most luxurious and lavish hotel, with its own...		 Moevenpick Hotel Bahrain
This hotel is comfortably situated 10 kilometers from the city of Manama. Multilingual staff is...
Days Hotel Manama
This hotel boasts a coffee shop, a complimentary buffet breakfast, four restaurants and bars...		 The Phoenicia Tower Hotel
Located in central Manama, Bahrain, this hotel features a hair salon, a Moroccan restaurant, a...
Sheraton Bahrain Hotel
Centrally located in the heart of Manama with lavish guest rooms, restaurants and recreational...		 The Best Western Juffair Hotel
Sited in Manama amidst facilities for sailing, jet skiing, scuba diving and the Riffa Golf course...
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Gold Souq
The Gold Souq specializes in fine jewelry. It is located in the Manama Souq and was the first gold...		 Seef Mall
The mall houses over 300 stores, including 2 food and beverage courts. Family attractions of the...
Al-Hilal Bookshops
There are many branches mostly located in the best hotels, modern shopping centres and in the...		 Bahrain City Centre
The first entertainment, shopping and leisure resort in Bahrain. It is also the biggest shopping...
Yatama Souq
This market was founded by orphans in 1987.The Prime minister ordered the expansion of this souq...		 Gold City
A good place to start for Bahrain’s famed natural pearls is Gold City, a complex of jewellery...
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Accession Day
Celebrated on the 17th    of the month, this holiday marks the country’s...		 Prophet Abraham's birth day
Also thought to have been on 7th February and celebrated in memory of his coming to this world.
Jewellery Arabia
This 5-day event is held in early November at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre. Stunning...		 Chinese Trade Fair
This is a 4 day event that is held at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre. Chinese traders...
Milad-un-Nabi
The most widely celebrated festival in Bahrain. It marks the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad and...		 Independence Day
This day falls on the 27th of June. Bahrainis celebrate this day with pyrotechnics, opera and...
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Blue Elephant
Thai buffet brunch with seafood and free flowing bubbly and herbal drinks
Theme: Thai...		 Le Mediterranee/Nirvana
Le Mediterranee serves a succulent international buffet brunch where children under 12 years pay...
Bam bu
This Shanghai eatery is definitely worth a visit as it serves practical, filling, delicious and...		 Le Versailles
Le Versailles is where you should go if you want dinner to be the evening’s main event. The...
Mezzaluna
The atmospheric and modish Mezzaluna combines the spirit of Bahrain with that of the Mediterranean....		 Ramee International Hotel
A delightful seafood buffet is served every Thursday and Friday at less than BD 5 per person. While...
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Fast Facts
-Location Bahrain is an island in the Persian Gulf. Saudi Arabia lies to the west and is connected to Bahrain by the King Fahd Causeway. To the southeast is Qatar.
-Area
711.9 sq km
-Dialing code
+973
-Area Code
-
-Emergency numbers
Fire: 997
Police: 999
Ambulance: 998

-Population
708,573

-Languages
Arabic is the official language, though, English is widely used especially in the business world. Persian is also spoken as is Hindi.
 
-Time zone
3 hours prior to GMT
    
Currency
Bahraini Dinar

-Average January temperatures
    17 ºCelsius
-Average July temperatures
    34 ºCelsius
Annual Rainfall:
       75 mm
.....iv- Exchange Rates

1 EURO = 0.517777 BHD
1 BHD = 1.93133 EUR


1 POUND = 0.571326 BHD
1 BHD = 1.75031 GBP


1 DOLLAR = 0.376969 BHD
1 BHD = 2.65274 USD
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When To Go

When to go
The best time to visit Bahrain is between November and March; when it’s not too hot. The summer months are not a good time to go to Bahrain as May-September is very hot and humid with the dry ...

Kids In Tow

What to do with Children in Tow
Adhari Park When: Daily
Where: Shaikh Isa Bin Salman Highway
Cost: Entrance 0.5 BD; ...

Health & Safety

Health and Safety
Drink plenty of water as April through August can be very hot and humid it is very important to stay hydrated, particularly if you are ...

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