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
Salman Industrial City a major boost to Bahrain economy -16/5/2012
The Salman Industrial City, comprising three separate industrial parks, plays a major role in boosting Bahrain economy and in attracting investment, said Dr Hassan Fakhro, the Industry and Commerce Minister.
First phase of Dragon City to get operational in 2014 -16/5/2012
The construction work of the multimillion-dinar Dragon City will begin soon in Bahrain, with the first phase of the project, due for operation towards third quarter of 2014.
Seef Properties, Muharraq Mall Company sign deal for Muharraq Seef Mall project -10/5/2012
The Bahrain-based Seef Properties has signed a partnership deal with Muharraq Mall Company, announcing a 50percent stake in the forthcoming Muharraq Seef Mall project, located near Arad Fort.
Major revamp underway for Al Bawara Public Park in Manama -10/5/2012
The Bahrain Municipality officials have granted approval for a BD200,000 revamp plan of the abandoned Al Bawara Public Park in Manama, which is being used as a vice den.
Major revamp planned along Bahrain coastline -2/5/2012
Coastline has been earmarked for a major revamp, a senior government official in Bahrain has announced.
BaPDEX 2012 realty expo to be unveiled shortly -2/5/2012
BaPDEX 2012, the first real estate development exhibition in Bahrain, highlighting products and services in the region will be held toward the month-end in Bahrain.
Bahrain tops the region on women empowerment -25/4/2012
Bahrain has topped the Middle East region on womens empowerment, which takes into account educational opportunities, business ownership and workforce participation.
Bahrain unveils new Hamad Town Gardens development -25/4/2012
Bahrain unveiled its Hamad Town Gardens, a new BD240,000 development, located near Hamad Town Roundabout Two, on 23rd April 2012.
GulfBID, GulfInterior expos to boost economic, industrial growth -25/4/2012
The gulfBID and gulfInteriors exhibitions have been unveiled by the Prime Minister of Bahrain, H.
First National Theatre to be unveiled in November -18/4/2012
The construction of first national theatre in Bahrain, a waterfront facility, worth BD19.
Bahrain to work on revamp of towns & villages within 8 months -18/4/2012
A top official in Bahrain has revealed that preparations are underway to launch a major scheme aimed at improving villages and towns in Bahrain, over the next eight months.
More stringent laws likely for recruiting expatriate workers -12/4/2012
New restrictions will be imposed on the process of hiring of expatriate workers, a senior government official in Bahrain has announced.
Bahrain begins work on Bab Al Bahrain revamp -12/4/2012
Bahrain has begun working on revamp of Bab Al Bahrain, one of the most important initiatives, with Manama being named Capital of Arab Culture 2012.
Visa on arrival granted to F1 visitors from 7th April -4/4/2012
Visitors to Formula One Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2012 event, can obtain visa on arrival at entry points from 7th April to 22nd April, inclusive both days, it has been announced.
BD200mn Manama Central Market in Bahrain to be unveiled in June -4/4/2012
The BD200mn state-of-the-art Manama Central Market in Bahrain will be unveiled in June, a top official has announced.
New goverment initiative to be a major boost for construction sector -4/4/2012
The aggressive plan of offering affordable homes will serve as a major boost for the struggling construction sector in Bahrain, although the residential sector is likely to remain soft as of now, amidst oversupply concerns and cautious investor approach, says latest report by Alpen Capital, leading investment bank in its report on GCC Construction sector.
Manama Municipality set to re-negotiate rentals of businesses -28/3/2012
Plans are underway to re-negotiate the rental of more than 900 businesses in Bahrain, which has suffered major losses owing to credit crunch and unrest, a top official said.
Manama Causeway to be ready ahead of scheduled deadline -28/3/2012
The BD98mn North Manama Causeway is one of the biggest infrastructure projects in Bahrain, and is all set to be finished ahead of its deadline in July next year, the officials have revealed.
New attractions open to visitors at Dilmun Water Park -22/3/2012
The Lost Paradise of Dilmun Water Park (LPOD) has a series of new attractions for visitors, including Amazing Zipline, which is being brought to Bahrain from Asian and European countries for the first time.
Work on Prince Khalifa bin Salman Park completed -22/3/2012
Construction works on the new entrance to Prince Khalifa bin Salman Park – Avenue 16, which connects block 111 in Hidd area and the park, has been completed, announced the Bahrain Works Ministry.