Bahrein

Bahrain's Essential Landmarks

Explore Bahrain’s heritage through the 16th-century Qal'at al-Bahrain, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the ancient Dilmun-era Barbar Temple. This collection features architectural landmarks like the Al Fateh Grand Mosque and the historic Khamis Mosque, alongside defensive structures such as Arad and Riffa Forts. Cultural insights are found at Bait Al Quran, while the Bab Al Bahrain serves as the gateway to Manama’s traditional souq. The 400-year-old Tree of Life stands as a unique natural phenomenon in the desert.

Qal'at al-Bahrain

The Qal'at al-Bahrain, also known as the Bahrain Fort or Portuguese Fort, is an archaeological site located in Bahrain.

Al Fateh Grand Mosque

The Al-Fateh Mosque was one of the largest mosques in the world, encompassing 6,500 square meters and having the capacity to accommodate…

Bait Al Quran

Beit Al Qur'an is a multi-purpose complex dedicated to the Islamic arts and is located in Hoora, Bahrain.

Bab Al Bahrain

A historical building and main gateway to the Manama Souq. Designed by Sir Charles Belgrave in 1949, it originally stood near the water's edge and now houses a tourist information center.

Arad Fort

Arad Fort is a 15th-century fort in Arad, Bahrain. Formerly guarding a separate island of its own, the fort and its surroundings have since…

Rifa Fort

Riffa Fort also known as, Shaikh Salman bin Ahmed Fateh Fort or Qal'at ar-Riffa, is a fort in Riffa, Bahrain.

Tree of Life

The Tree of Life in Bahrain is a 9.75 meters high Prosopis cineraria tree that is over 400 years old.

Barbar Temple

The Barbar Temple is an archaeological site located in the village of Barbar, Bahrain, considered to be part of the Dilmun culture.

Khamis Mosque

The Khamis Mosque is believed to be the first mosque in Bahrain, built during the era of the Umayyad caliph Umar II.