Bahrain Tourism – Useful Fact Sheet for a Holiday in the Land of Pearls
Holiday in the land of Pearls
Guest Post by: Starlie Vincet
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Introduction of Bahrain
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- Bahrain is an island country located on the western side of Persian Gulf
- It lies to the east, south and southwest of Saudi Arabia, Iran and Qatar respectively
- The Qatar Bahrain Causeway linking Qatar and Bahrain is the longest marine causeway in the world
- The country is frequented by tourists who come to enjoy the authentic Arabic culture
- The culture is more relaxed, making Bahrain a social mecca
- It has an extensive shopping activity that has enabled the country develop to a middle class status
- The country has oil reserves and established oil refinery facilities
- The country’s economy also depends on banking and entertainment sectors
- Pearl diving has been a source of income to many communities in the country
- Non-citizens of the US, who are temporary staying in the US, can visit the country with help of ESTA or Visa
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History of Bahrain
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- In the ancient times, Bahrain had copper deposits especially around the Oman, Tigris and Euphrates areas
- It has been ruled by Babylonians, Assyrians, Persians and Arabs
- The country started producing oil in 1930 which diversified its economy
- Before discovery of oil, pearl diving contributed greatly to the economic foundation of the country
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Holiday in Bahrain
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- Bahrain is a great destination for perfect holidays that people long for
- It is a country full of attraction spots, thriving nightlife and stunning leisure activities
- Food and accommodation are readily available in the country
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Some of the attractions people would enjoy while having holidays in Bahrain are discussed below:
Pearl diving
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- The Bahrain pearls are the finest in the world
- The thrilling activity takes place between June and September
- Divers normally submerge themselves in water to collect oyster’s
- After a considerable number of dives, divers emerge to rest, drink coffee and warm themselves
- In addition to the pleasure the divers get from the activity, they also get a share of the money received from the pearls’ sales
- The oyster beds have currents that make the activity more relaxing
- Pearl diving is an example of utilization of the resources of the sea and peoples’ contribution to the environment
- It also shapes the cultural identity of Bahrain society
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Forts and Museums
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- The Qala’at al-Bahrain fort is a World Heritage Site
- The Bahrain National Museum is a large building with plenty of artifacts
- The Abu Mahir, Arad and Sheikh Salman bin Ahmad Al Fateh forts facilitate cultural events and protect the western culture
- Other attractive museums include: Al Oraifi, Beit al Quran, currency and Oil museums
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Beaches and Tree of Life
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- The beaches’ water is usually warm and calm, making it suitable for swimming
- Bird watching, horse riding and scuba diving are also popular with tourists
- The Tree of Life, which has grown for more than 400 years in the Sakhir desert, is a great attraction spot in Bahrain
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Infrastructure and Accommodation
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- Tourists can get into Bahrain through the Bahrain International Airport
- Citizen of other countries must obtain Visa before getting into the country
- US residents can apply for ESTA online before jetting into the country
- The road network of the country is well developed, with multiple highways
- Bahrain has numerous places offering accommodation, especially in the Manama, the country’s capital city
- The country has many restaurants, cafes and stalls offering a wide variety of foods
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Conclusion:
Bahrain is a country that has respectful cultural practices. The climate is also good for people on holidays. Generally, Bahrain is a great destination for people to enjoy their holidays.
By: Starlie Vincet of EstaVisas
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