Bahrain - Wikipedia
WebBahrain spans some 760 square kilometres (290 sq mi), and is the third-smallest nation in Asia after the Maldives and Singapore. The capital and largest city is Manama. Bahrain is the site of the ancient Dilmun civilization.
Bahrain | History, Flag, Population, Map, Currency, Religion, & Facts
Web3 days ago · Bahrain, small Arab state situated in a bay on the southwestern coast of the Persian Gulf. It has been inhabited since ancient times and was the seat of the ancient Sumerian kingdom of Dilmun. Since 1783 it has been ruled by the Khalifah family. Learn more about Bahrain in this article.
Bahrain Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WebDec 27, 2023 · Where is Bahrain? Bahrain is an island nation in the Middle East. It is situated in the Northern and eastern hemispheres of the Earth. The archipelago consists of the main island Al Bahrayn and other small islands. Bahrain is located in the Persian Gulf, to the east of Saudi Arabia and to the north of Qatar.
Bahrain - The World Factbook
WebApr 10, 2024 · Bahrain - The World Factbook. Explore All Countries. Bahrain. Middle East. Page last updated: April 10, 2024. Photos of Bahrain. view 12 photos. Introduction. Background. In 1783, the Sunni AL-KHALIFA family took power in Bahrain.
Bahrain country profile - BBC News
WebAug 21, 2023 · Population: 1.4 million. Languages: Arabic, also English. Life expectancy: 78 years (men) 80 years (women) LEADER. King: Sheikh Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifah. Getty Images. Sheikh Hamad, who has led...
Bahrain - A Country Profile - Nations Online Project
WebBahrain facts and figures: Official web sites of Bahrain, links and information on Bahrain's art, culture, geography, history, travel and tourism, cities, the capital of Bahrain, airlines, embassies, tourist boards, and newspapers
History of Bahrain | Events, People, Dates, & Facts | Britannica
WebBahrain has been inhabited since prehistoric times, and several thousand burial mounds in the northern part of the main island probably date from the Sumerian period of the 3rd millennium bce. It was the seat of ancient Dilmun (Telmun), a prosperous trading centre linking Sumer with the Indus valley about 2000 bce.
Bahrain travel - Lonely Planet | Middle East
Web01 / Attractions. Must-see attractions. Bahrain National Museum. Manama. Deservedly the country's most popular attraction, this is an outstanding introduction to Bahrain's history, with signage in English and Arabic. It's… Manama Souq is a warren of narrow streets and alleyways emanating south from Bab Al Bahrain.
Bahrain summary | Britannica
WebBahrain , officially Kingdom of Bahrain, Country, Middle East, southwestern Asia. Area: 301 sq mi (778 sq km). Population: (2024 est.) 1,603,000. It occupies an archipelago consisting of Bahrain Island and about 30 smaller islands lying along the Arabian Peninsula in …
Bahrain - The World Factbook
WebApr 10, 2024 · Bahrain - The World Factbook. Country Summary. PDF. Introduction. Background. In 1783, the Sunni Al-Khalifa family took power in Bahrain. In order to secure these holdings, it entered into a series of treaties with the UK during the 19th century that made Bahrain a British protectorate. The archipelago attained its …
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