Saturday, August 27, 2011

Places of Tourist Interest in the Kingdom of Bahrain

1. The Oil Museum : This museum was inaugurated in the year 1992 [June 2nd] to mark the 60th anniversary of oil discovery in Bahrain. Bahrain was the 1st Country to do so. The museum exhibits Photography, equipments and model of Oilrig.



2. Arad Fort : One of Bahrain's ancient Forts was built in the 15th Century. It is the most significant Forts historically in Bahrain. It is situated in Muharraq, an island which is joined with the mainland of Bahrain by Sheikh Isa bin Salman Causeway.



3. Bahrain Fort : The Fort is very well maintained and it offers a beautiful view of Bahrain. The fort has lot of historical importance. During Portuguese occupation, this fort was used as a military base in the 15th Century.




4. Tree of Life: This acacia Tree has survived all alone in the barrn desert for 400 years.It is still a mystery as to how the Tree manages to survive.



5. The Grand Mosque : The Grand Mosque has been crowned with the World's largest fibre-glass dome, which imparts an impressive sight. Its exquisite architecture and Arabic design offers a breath-taking sight both inside as well as outside. It is the Kingdom's Largest Mosque and is capable of accomodating over 7,000 worshippers at a time.

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