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Bahrain Fort Museum Building 3618, Road 3863, Block 438 Bahrain, Bahrain ☎ +973 1729 8777 Last Updated: 06/24/2026 |
| The Bahrain Fort Museum, also known as Qal'at al-Bahrain Site Museum, is located adjacent to the ancient Bahrain Fort on the northern coast of Bahrain, near the village of Karbabad. The museum is an integral part of the Qal'at al-Bahrain Archaeological Site, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. | |
| The museum is dedicated to showcasing the rich history of the Dilmun Civilization, which dates back more than 4,000 years. The site of the Bahrain Fort is one of the most important archaeological finds in the Gulf region, revealing evidence of continuous human settlement from prehistoric times to the Portuguese colonial period in the 16th century. - The museum houses numerous artifacts discovered during excavations around the fort, offering insights into the ancient Dilmun civilization and Bahrain's role as a trading hub. - Exhibits include pottery, tools, seals, and coins from various periods of Bahrain’s history. -It provides a narrative of Bahrain's archaeological heritage and its interactions with neighboring civilizations, such as Mesopotamia. | |
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