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           BAHRAIN
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Bahrain is a Gulf State
comprising 33 low-lying
islands situated between the
Qatar peninsula and the
mainland of Saudi Arabia.
Bahrain Island is the largest,
and a causeway linking it to
Saudi Arabia was opened in
1986. The climate is
pleasantly warm between
December and March, but very
hot from June to November.
Most of Bahrain is sandy and
fertile soil is imported from
other islands. Oil was
discovered in 1931, and
revenues from oil now account
for about 75% of the country's
total revenue. Traditional
industries include pearl
fishing, boat building,
weaving and pottery.

Area (Sq. Km.): 668

Population: 516,000

Capital: Manama

Language:
Arabic

Religion:
Shi'a Moslem 70%
Sunni Moslem

Government Type:
Traditional monarchy

Currency: Bahraini dollar

Embassy:
98 Gloucester Road
London
SW7 4AU
0171-370-5132

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Foreign Office Advice:

Normal care and precautions
should be taken.

For more information ring:

 Foreign Office Travel Unit

       0171-270-4129