Portuguese Fort - Manama, Bahrain
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Torgut
N 26° 14.105 E 050° 31.350
39R E 452308 N 2901805
The Bahrain Fort, also known as The Portuguese Fort, was built on the 16th Century on grounds previously occupied by several civilizational layers. It is an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Waymark Code: WM177FZ
Location: Bahrain
Date Posted: 12/29/2022
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Tervas
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This impressive fort can be found in the capital of Bahrain, Manama. It was built by the Portuguese in the 16th Century and it's in great condition. Free entrance. There is a nearby museum dedicated to the artefacts found in the fort and around.


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Provided coordinates from the entrance to the complex.
Type: Building

Reference number: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1192/

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