Welcome to Online Bahrain Guide
Bahrain, comprises a group of thirty three islands, located within an area of 707 Sq.Kms., and is situated at the Arabian Gulf, away from the east coast of Saudi Arabia. Bahrein is now, a modern developed country with widely available tourist facilities.
Major Tourist Attractions
Bahrain is the fashionable area of the Arab world, comprising most modern restaurants, nightlife and modern restaurants in its capital city, Manama. The interesting point of Bahrain is the combination of traditional and modern lifestyle that continues in close proximity with towering modern constructions fighting for real estate right beside more traditional dwellings and historical sites.
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Historical Places
Bahrain Fort: The site is believed to have been constructed around 2800 BC, and is subsequently overlaid by various fortified settlements. The last was built during the 16th century to defend recent acquisition of Portugal. The Bahrain Fort is also known as the Protuguese Fort, due to this reason. Read More
Latest News
Work to begin on a major housing project at East Hidd -22/5/2013
A foundation stone for a major East Hidd housing project was laid yesterday.
Major Gulf Exhibitions trio unveiled -9/5/2013
The Prime Minister of Kingdom of Bahrain, HH Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, unveiled three leading trade exhibitions for construction, interiors and property sectors, being held simultaneously in Bahrain.
Family fun day out organised in Bahrain on 3rd May -1/5/2013
A community event, under the theme Bahrain for All, All for Bahrain, will be held at the Prince Khalifa bin Salman Park, Hidd, on 3rd May, Friday, from 4:00pm.
Bahrain to host trio of major trade exhibitions from 7th May -1/5/2013
The biggest integrated business-to-business exhibition for the construction, property and interiors sectors in the Northern Gulf will open in Bahrain next month.
Bahrain Causeway design now in its final stages -22/4/2013
Qatar-Bahrain Causeway Foundation has revealed that a third re-design for the BD1.
Bahrain, first in the Gulf to implement solar energy pilot project -22/4/2013
About 21,000 solar panels covering an estimated 34,000 sqm have been installed, which marks a major step in the solar energy pilot project, Bapco said.
The Bahrain Formula One race generates abo e $1bn -22/4/2013
The Bahrain Formula One has generated about $1.
Formula One tickets meet quick sales in Bahrain -4/4/2013
Organizers of the biggest events in Bahrain, Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix, say that tickets for the Formula F1 race, are selling like hot cakes.
Bahrain tops Gulf region for healthcare and education -4/4/2013
Bahrain tops the Gulf region for education and healthcare, says the latest report by the United Nations Human Development.
KLM expands with 7 weekly flights to Bahrain this summer -27/3/2013
The Ministry of Transport Undersecretary for Civil Aviation Affairs, Ahmed Nimat Ali, hailed the expansion plan of KLM for Summer 2013, aimed at increasing its flights to Bahrain International Airport, making it 7 a week this summer season.
Riffa road revamp to be ready by May 2013 -27/3/2013
The Ministry of Works has announced completion of 75 percent of the work pertaining to revamp of Shaikh Salman Avenue in Riffa, and said that the road will be ready in May.
Intellectual Property Protection Law approved by council -21/3/2013
The amendments to the Intellectual Property Protection (IPP) law have been approved by the Shura Council members in Bahrain, and the bill for final vote will be sent next week, a report said.
Work on BD18mn theme park to commence in Muharraq -21/3/2013
Work will commence on BD18million theme park project in Muharraq area of the Kingdom, featuring an ice arena, karting track, aquarium and amusement rides, a report said.
Bahrain Science Centre welcomes record visitor numbers -6/3/2013
The Bahrain Science Centre has hosted more than 21000 visitors from all walks of life, including students, teachers, intellectual societies and general public, ever-since its opening to the public under the banner of Bahrains Ministry of Human Rights and Social Development.
Increase in commercial registrations by 7percent -6/3/2013
The number of commercial registrations has grown 7 percent last year, in comparison to the year 2011, it has been revealed.
50percent discount on building rentals for businessmen -6/3/2013
Businessmen in Bahrain may have to pay only half their monthly rentals for buildings and shops leased from five municipalities in Bahrain, if a new law takes effect soon.
Bahrain-Qatar Causeway will soon be a reality -27/2/2013
Qatar and Bahrain are working on the proposed causeway project aimed at linking the countries, which would soon become a reality, Khaled bin Ahmed bin Mohammed Ali Al Khalifa, the Bahraini Foreign Minister revealed.
Annual Garden Show unveiled in Bahrain -27/2/2013
The ninth Annual Bahrain International Garden Show (BIGS) will officially be unveiled today, under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad, with the support of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of the King and National initiative for Agricultural Development President.
The countdown begins for Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix -20/2/2013
With the countrys biggest sporting event, the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix, to be held in Bahrain in April this year, more than $60million is likely to be generated over three days as the biggest sporting event returns this year, a top official said.
Sitra Road extension revamp project on track -20/2/2013
The work on Avenue 1 extension revamp project in Sitra is on track, which involves conversion of the current avenue into two-lane road on each direction, revealed the Work Ministry officials.