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Al Kobaisi Travel & Tourism

Al Kobaisi Travel & Tourism

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Al Kobaisi Travel & Tourism

Al Kobaisi Travel & Tourism

P.O.Box 5021 Manama Bahrain Tel: (+973) 17212999 Fax: (+973) 17215522 E-Mail: [email protected] Internet: http://www.alkobaisitravel.com

These tour operators offer daily sightseeing tours in Bahrain. Morning tours are half day: the Heritage & Traditions tour takes tourists to the Showaiter Traditional Sweet Shop, the Dhow Builders and the 14th century Arad Fort. The Islamic & Historical Tour begins with the Al Fateh Islamic Centre and then the remarkable Qura'anic House. There is also an Ancient Dilmun & the Arts of Crafts tour that includes a visit to the Barbar Temple and the Jasra Handicrafts Centre, where basket weavers, potters and other traditional handicrafts makers sit.

Then there are afternoon tours: the Bahrain/Saudi Causeway tour starts at the Bahrain Fort and includes a camel farm and the King Fahad Causeway. The Desert Mystique tour comprises a visit to the Tree of Life, the Oil Museum, A’Ali Potteries and the Royal Tombs. There is also a tour offered that travels to Al-Areen Wildlife Park and another special tour called The Moonlight Desert Camp that affords an unforgettable experience of the Desert Sakhir at night.

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The Bahrain Fort

Fortress

The Qala'at al-Bahrain (Bahrain Fort) is on the northern shore, five minutes from Manama city. The Portuguese constructed the fort in the 16th century, after which it fell into disrepair. However it has now been superbly restored to its former grandeur. Next door to the fort is an unmarked building that is the museum housing numerous artifacts from the ancient Dilmun period through to the Islamic era, many of which were found at the Fort.

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A'Ali Potteries

These kilns have been made on an ancient burial mound. After observing the potter working on the wheel you can take a turn yourself. The shop owner himself is also on hand to give a tour of the kilns and the pottery making process from production to glazing and firing. There are also finished glazed and unglazed products available for purchase at reasonable prices

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Al Khamis Mosque and Beit Al Qur’an Museum

Museum

Dating back to 692 A.D, Al-Khamis is the oldest mosque in Bahrain. However this is disputed and a date pertaining to the 11th century is more probable. The elegant identical minarets were made in the 15th century and are mystifying and peaceful. It is no longer in use and is open to public viewing.

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The Royal Tombs

Tomb

These make up the biggest prehistoric graveyard in the world; there are approximately 170,000 burial mounds here, from the Dilmun period, 4,000 years ago to the third millennium BC, and present an intriguing look into early burial practices.

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Adhari Park

Park

Adhari Park is a treasure trove for parents confused about how to entertain their overactive children. The Park consists of 165,000 metres of indoor and outdoor rides, food and shopping.

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The National Museum

Museum

The largest museum in Bahrain, the National Museum is a must-see for history enthusiasts; it is a goldmine of archaeological discoveries and Bahraini cultural relics. The Museum contains most remarkably, an entire dug up tomb as well as intricately carved seals and Sumerian, Babylonian, and Assyrian writing that assert Bahrain’s trading history. Other treasures include; the dioramas of Bahraini crafts, customary paintings, ceramic objects and many religious documents such as beautiful illuminated Qurans.

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Arad Fort

Fortress

Though there is no known exact date of construction, the timeline of the Arad Fort is roughly the 15th century. Made in the typically Arab manner, the fort has been thoroughly refurbished and is a truly awe-inspiring sight when it is lit up at night.It is thought that the fort was used by the Omanis during their short occupation of Bahrain in 1800. It was deliberately built next to the waterways between Bahrain and Muharraq Island, to protect Bahrain’s strategic location in the Gulf.

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Sakir Horse Race Course

Stadium

The Race Course and Equestrian & Horse Racing Club was established in 1977 and aims to revive the Arab custom of horse riding and grooming as well as training the new generation in the time-old tradition of riding horses. The course can house up to 40,000 spectators, and even children are welcome. Placing bets on the horses and the outcome of matches is strictly forbidden.

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Blue Elephant

Thai buffet brunch with seafood and free flowing bubbly and herbal drinks

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Le Mediterranee/Nirvana

Family-friendly

Le Mediterranee serves a succulent international buffet brunch where children under 12 years pay half price. The Nirvana restaurant in the same Hotel serves delectable Indian specialties.

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Bam bu

This Shanghai eatery is definitely worth a visit as it serves practical, filling, delicious and fresh home-cooking. The cooking may be traditional but the ambience certainly isn't: the open-kitchen restaurant is painted lime-green, has electronic sliding doors and has wi-fi internet access. The standard price includes unlimited beverages. A place where you definitely get value for your money.

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Le Versailles

Le Versailles is where you should go if you want dinner to be the evening’s main event. The ambience is elegance itself with live musicians and the twinkling lights of the Financial Harbour visible from the high glass windows. The menu is a superb collection of classical and modern French dishes.

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Mezzaluna

The atmospheric and modish Mezzaluna combines the spirit of Bahrain with that of the Mediterranean. Made in a sophisticated Bahraini courtyard house, the high-ceilinged restaurant has a live Latin band (on Fridays) and jazz music otherwise. It affords a delectable Mediterranean menu with imported French cheeses and a superb wine list. In particular, their melt-in-the-mouth Algerian fillet mignon is highly recommended. Reservations should be made in advance.

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Ramee International Hotel

A delightful seafood buffet is served every Thursday and Friday at less than BD 5 per person. While the mouth watering ‘Eat all you can’ lunch and dinner packages are moderately rated at BD 9.500 per person.

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Al Noor Lounge Café

Family-friendly

There is a charming brunch buffet daily with free flowing champagne, it is affordably priced and highly suitable for children. Those under 5yrs eat for free here, while 6-12year-olds only pay half the price. There is also live music and a kid’s corner.

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Le Bistro

This restaurant is renowned for its international night buffet, its quirkily themed buffets, exciting salad bars and a la carte menus of your choice of Continental, American, Japanese and Asian cuisine.

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Jim’s

Jim’s has a very homey feelng and is thus highly popular with Western expatriates. It has a cosy cottage interior and serves roasts,'Full Monty' breakfasts with home-cooked eggs, bacon and black pudding. With a friendly ambience and famously delicious homemade chocolate vodkas, Jim’s is worth a visit for sure.

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Silk’s Restaurant

Family-friendly

An excellent option for every type of guest; children, families and friends. Their international brunch offers free flowing champagne, an option on indoor or outdoor seating by the poolside a live band and pianist. Take pleasure in the free use of the swimming pool in a family context with a Kids Corner.