Al-Muharraq

Heritage & monuments

Qal’at al Bahrain

Bahrain Fort is an archaeological site where layers of ruins dating back to before the common era remain, making it regarded as the oldest fort in the Persian Gulf. Once the center of the ancient Dilmun civilization, it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005.

Temples & religious sites

Al Fateh Grand Mosque

This grand mosque, one of Bahrain's landmarks, can hold more than 7,000 worshippers at once. Built in 1987, it later also became home to the National Library.

Nature

Muharraq Island

Bahrain's second-largest island and home to Bahrain International Airport, making it the first place most travelers set foot. It's the gateway where a trip to the country truly begins.

Museums & galleries

Beit Al Quran

Beit Al Quran is a cultural complex devoted to Islamic art, housing a mosque, library, and museum. Its museum, ranked among the world's finest collections of Islamic art, offers a close look at Islamic art and culture.

Views & landmarks

Bahrain World Trade Center

The Bahrain World Trade Center is a skyscraper in Manama, Bahrain. It's a nice stop for taking in views of the city.

Museums & galleries

Bahrain National Museum

This is Bahrain's largest and oldest museum, opened in 1988. It consists of two exhibition halls, making it a great place to explore the country's history and culture.

Parks & gardens

Pearl Roundabout

Pearl Square was a plaza and roundabout near Manama's central business district, known as the symbolic site of Bahrain's 2011 pro-democracy protests. Its name comes from the Pearl Monument, which was demolished by government forces during the unrest.

Nature

Amwaj Islands

Amwaj Islands is a group of man-made islands off the north coast of Muharraq Island, Bahrain. Its proximity to the capital Manama makes it easy to enjoy a relaxed stroll along the shore.