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Bahrain Background Information
Bahrain at a Glance
The Kingdom of Bahrain is made up of 33 small islands in the Arabian Gulf, between Saudi Arabia and Qatar; the largest of which, is Bahrain itself.
Bahrain History
Portuguese explorers who captured the island, in 1521, were eventually overwhelmed by the Persians in 1602.
To escape tribal wars in Central Arabia, the al-Khalifa family moved to the Gulf Coast in the 17th century and found a more prosperous life on the coast of Qatar.
The al-Khalifa family gained control of Bahrain in 1783, until British influence in the region forced them to accept a series of treaties.
From 1861, Great Britain started to control Bahrain's external affairs. Bahrain joined the Trucial States but, when the British withdrew, they elected to remain outside the United Arab Emirates.
Bahrain became an independent constitutional monarchy on 6th December, 1973. Since dissolving the constitutional national assembly in August 1975, the royal family have taken over as unchallenged absolute rulers.
In the 1980's, the Iranians tried to encourage revolution in the island and renew their claims to the emirate; but their attempts were thwarted.
Shiite supporters of a cleric have tried to call for a return to the national assembly but their demonstrations in Manama were quickly put down, in December 1994 and early 1995.
Bahrain's Ninth al-Khalifa
In 1999, Sheikh Isa took over as head of state after the death of his father, Sheikh Salman, becoming the ninth in a line of Bahrain's rulers from the al-Khalifa family.
Bahrain became a Kingdom on 14th February, 2002.
Bahrain Landscape
Other principal islands in Bahrain are: Al Muharraq, Umm an Na'san, Sitrah, Jiddah, and the Hawar group.
Bahrain Language and Culture
Primarily a Muslim nation, Bahrain is considered to be one of the more liberal Arab lands.
Women are permitted greater leeway with dress, entertainment, and social access than in some nearby nations.
Bahrain Traditions and Customs
Mapping Bahrain
Map of Bahrain
Bahrain Maps and Travel Guides
Bahrain Travel Guides - Bahrain Maps.
Bahrain Hotels:
Compare hotel prices in Manama.
Capital City of Bahrain
The Capital City of Bahrain is Manama
Declared a free port in 1958, Manama became the capital of independent Bahrain.
Manama Location
Map of Manama
Manama Public Transportation
Manama Sightseeing
Popular attractions in Manama are the Al-Fateh Mosque; Bahrain National Museum; Corniche al-Fateh; Museum of Pearl Diving; Pearl Monument; and the Tree of Life - 30km south of Manama.
No visit to Bahrain would be complete without a trip to the souk, with its profusion of colours, sounds, and aromas.
Bahrain Regions
Out and About in Bahrain
Main Cities in Bahrain
Bahrain Tourism
Official Bahrain Government and Tourist Information Offices
Tourist brochures are available from the various Bahrain provincial tourism offices. The main office is located on Adliya Avenue.
Bahrain Visa Requirements
No visa is required for citizens of Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman and Kuwait, provided they bring all other travel documents. Any European national visiting Bahrain may receive an 'on-arrival visa' which permits them to stay for a maximum period of one week.
Bahrain Embassy to the United States:
3502 International Drive N.W., Washington, DC.
Bahrain Embassy (UK):
30 Belgrave Square, London, SW1X 8QB.
Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority:
Bahrain's first purpose-built, 8,000 square metre, pillar-free exhibition facility was
inaugurated on 2nd November, 1991 - with a trade fair called, Rebuild Kuwait.
Bahrain Visas Online:
This is the only official website to apply for an eVisa to the Kingdom
of Bahrain.
British Embassy in Bahrain:
21 Government Avenue, Manama.
L'Ambassade du Royaume de
Bahrein a Paris:
3 bis, Place des Etats-Unis, 75116 Paris.
Bahrain
Tourist Attractions
Sightseeing - Top 10 Sights in Bahrain
Bahrain is ruled by the Al-Khalifa family, and some of their palaces are worth a visit: Bahrain's Guest Palace being one of the more famous.
Behind the modernism of Manama is the old town with its decorative houses, rambling Arab souks, old mosques and the occasional date palm grove.
The Bahrain National Museum is situated on the intersection of the Muharraq Causeway and King Faisal Highway.
Bahrain Grand
Prix:
The Bahrain International Circuit is located in Sakhir, behind the University of Bahrain.
Bahrain Tours
Excursions Around Bahrain
Bahrain Transportation
Getting To and Around Bahrain
Bahrain by Air
Airlines and Airports - Flights.
Flights to Bahrain - BAH
Bahrain International Airport:
Bahrain International Airport is at the centre of commercial aviation in the Gulf region.
Gulf Air:
The national airline of Bahrain offers integrated flight services throughout the Middle
East, Asia, Europe and USA.
Bahrain by Road
The 25 kilometre King Fahad causeway, between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, was opened in November 1986; and with it came an increase in local tourism.
Bahrain by Ship
Bahrain by Train
Bahrain Travel Tips
Bahrain Locals and Frequent Visitors Share Their Travel Tips
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Bahrain Weather and Maps
Weather in Bahrain
Bahrain Websites
Bahrain Resources
Gulf Daily News:
Bahrain's finest English-language daily newspaper.
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Where to Stay in Bahrain
Bahrain Accommodation
Hotels - Bed and Breakfast - Self Catering.
Most people visiting Bahrain will be looking for hotels in Manama, the capital.
Popular Hotels in Manama
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