The thriving art scene in Bahrain is not to be missed. Here are our top picks for museums in Bahrain.
Bahrain National Museum:
As one of the first Museums to open in the region, its rich collection takes visitors on a journey through Bahrain’s heritage and history, dating back to almost 6000 years.
Beit Al Quran:
Known as one of the world’s renowned Islamic museums, it was created to accommodate a valuable collection of the Holy Quran. The complex itself includes a school, a mosque and a library, in addition to the museum that includes ten exhibition halls.
Oil Museum and the First Oil Well:
built in 1992 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the discovery of oil in Bahrain, this museum includes exhibits, photographs and explanations about the oil industry. The country’s first oil well, which was constructed in 1932, is also a few meters away from the building.
Museum of Pearl Diving:
regarded as one of the country’s most important historic buildings, it is the result of a restoration project that pays tribute to the cultural and heritage of Bahrain. The center includes a fishery room and a pearl diving museum, among other rooms.
Currency Museum:
Located in the Bahrain Central Bank, the Currency Museum is home to a large and very rare collection of coins and bank notes, as well as a very special permanent stand that includes the first banknotes and coins issued by the central banks of all GCC countries.
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