Area Watch: Adliya

Adliya, known for its many cafes, bars and restaurants is one of Bahrain’s most active cities. Located in Manama, the capital, Adliya has a high number of expats, and is ideal for anyone who is looking to be in the center of all that Bahrain has to offer. Enjoying a central location, Adliya also offers easy access to all other points in the country.

Al Adliya is very popular in the evenings and weekends thanks to the services and amenities it offers, and can become very busy during those times. There you can also find old town houses that have been renovated and changed to include franchise international restaurants and open space galleries. The newly added pedestrian square is also a very popular hangout spot, and makes socializing and making new friends quite easy. It is also a hub for the arts, and a number of the most prominent art galleries of Bahrain are housed in Adliya.

Adliya is also known for being a melting pot of cultures, and has somewhat of a bohemian aura to it, because of the blend of cultures it presents. As one of the more vibrant and multicultural areas in the capital governorate it is home to residents from all different types of backgrounds and nationalities. It is popular with young families, expat professionals and local Bahrainis, and offers a busy and metropolitan living experience. The area also includes a few international schools, which is perfect for those looking for an area which is close to their children’s schools.

You will be able to find an ample mix of homes in Adliya, ranging from apartments to villas, all with different qualities and different sizes. Rent is considered to be more budget friendly than other active areas or islands in Bahrain, and that is another reason why Adliya is popular.