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Things to do in Bahrain

A small Gulf island kingdom holding one of the world's oldest known civilizations at its heart, a Formula 1 circuit that put it on the sporting map, and a genuinely walkable capital blending old souqs with a modern skyline.

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What's worth your time in Bahrain

Explore the Bahrain Fort (Qal'at al-Bahrain)

Culture

A UNESCO World Heritage site sitting atop layers of continuous occupation dating back to the ancient Dilmun civilization roughly 5,000 years ago.

Wander Manama's Bab Al Bahrain souq

Culture

A historic covered market at the gateway to the old city, selling gold, spices, and traditional Gulf goods alongside modern shops.

Visit the Tree of Life standing alone in the desert

Nature

A roughly 400-year-old mesquite tree surviving in an arid, seemingly water-free desert landscape, a genuinely puzzling natural phenomenon and popular photo stop.

Watch or attend the Bahrain Grand Prix

Culture

An annual Formula 1 race at the Bahrain International Circuit that significantly raised the country's international sporting profile since 2004.