Visit Muharraq Governorate
The Muharraq Governorate of Bahrain is located on an island in the Arabian Gulf and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. It is known for its rich history, culture, and diverse geographical features. Muharraq was once the capital city of Bahrain during ancient times, and it has been a center for trade and commerce ever since.
The Muharraq Governorate is home to many cultural attractions such as Arad Fort, Barbar Temple, Al-Khamis Mosque, Souq Waqif Muharraq Market Place, Sheikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa House Museum, Pearling Trail Museum, Qal'at Bu Maher Fortress , and Qudaibiya Palace. These locations offer visitors an understanding of traditional life in Bahrain as well as an insight into its heritage and culture.
In addition to these attractions, Muharraq Governorate also boasts some interesting historical facts such as being home to renowned pearl merchants from the 1700s until 1938 when pearl diving was banned by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa due to over-harvesting. Today visitors can learn more about this industry at the Pearling Trail Museum located at Bab el Bahrain souq complex in Manama.
The Muharraq Governorate is home to many cultural attractions such as Arad Fort, Barbar Temple, Al-Khamis Mosque, Souq Waqif Muharraq Market Place, Sheikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa House Museum, Pearling Trail Museum, Qal'at Bu Maher Fortress , and Qudaibiya Palace. These locations offer visitors an understanding of traditional life in Bahrain as well as an insight into its heritage and culture.
In addition to these attractions, Muharraq Governorate also boasts some interesting historical facts such as being home to renowned pearl merchants from the 1700s until 1938 when pearl diving was banned by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa due to over-harvesting. Today visitors can learn more about this industry at the Pearling Trail Museum located at Bab el Bahrain souq complex in Manama.
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