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''For the song, see Mah Nà Mah Nà.''
'Manama' (Arabic: المنامة 'Al-Manāmah') is the capital city of Bahrain and is the country's largest city with a population of approximately 155,000, roughly a quarter of the country's entire population.
Manama has emerged as the capital of independent Bahrain after periods of domination by Portugal and Persians earlier in its history. Today, it is a modern capital with an economy based around the sales promotion industry as crude oil takes a less pronounced role in the economy. (See Economy of Bahrain.) Because of it's thriving economy, a Dutch firm has proposed a 1,000m+ skyscraper called the Murjan Tower to be built. Currently only a concept, if built it would be the world's tallest structure of all time.
Main articles: History of Manama
Manama was mentioned in Islamic chronicles at least as far back as 1345. It was conquered by Portugal in 1521 and then by the Persians in 1602.[1] Since 1783 it has been under the control of the Al-Khalifa dynasty. Manama was declared a free port in 1958 and in 1971 became the capital of independent Bahrain.[2]
In common with the rest of Bahrain, Manama has extremely hot, humid summers, and mild winters. Temperatures may rise as high as 38°C (100°F) in summer, as is the case in the rest of the country.[3] Winters are generally a lot milder, with average temperatures in January around 17°C (63°F).[4]
The city is located in the far north-eastern corner of Bahrain island on a small peninsula. As in the rest of Bahrain island, the land is generally flat (or gently rolling) and arid.
Manama is served by Bahrain International Airport on the nearby island of Al Muharraq, to which it is connected via a causeway.
The major places within Manama are:
★ Adliya
★ Diplomatic Area
★ Gudaibiya
★ Hoora
★ Noaim
★ Juffair
★ Seef
★ Umm Al Hassam
★ Zinj
Manama is part of the Capital Governorate, one of five Governorates of Bahrain. Until 2002 it was part of the municipality of Al-Manamah. Councils exist within the governorates; eight constituencies are voted upon within Capital Governorate in 2006. [5]
Manama is the focal point of the Bahraini economy. While oil has decreased in importance in recent years due to depleting reserves, petroleum is still the mainstay of the economy, while heavy industry (e.g. aluminum smelting, ship repair), banking and finance, and tourism are increasing in importance. Several multinationals have facilities and offices in and around Manama. [6]
The economic base for Manama itself is financial services, with over two hundred financial institutions and banks based in the Diplomatic Area. There is also a large retail sector in the shopping malls around Seef, while the centre of Manama is dominated by small workshops and traders.
Bahrain International Airport is located approximately 15 kilometers from the city.
Manama forms the bulk of the Capital Governorate, the exact population of which was given in 2001 as 163,696. 103,235 of these were male, the other 60,641 female. The majority of Manama residents are non-Bahrainis: only 55,230 residents have Bahraini citizenship.
The major neighborhoods within Manama are:
★ Adliya
★ Bu Ashira
★ Bu Ghazal
★ Diplomatic Area
★ Fareeq el-Hammam
★ Fareeq el-Hatab
★ Fareeq el-Makharqa
★ Ghuraifa
★ Gudaibiya
★ Gufool
★ Hoora
★ Juffair
★ Mahooz
★ Naim
★ Seef
★ Sulmaniya
★ Umm Al Hassam
★ Zinj
Bahrain is strongly Islamic and Arabic; while Manama shares these traits, it also contains a large number of foreigners and foreign influences, with just under a third of the populace hailing from abroad.[7]. Alcohol is legal in the country, with bars and nightclubs operating in the city. This is in contrast to many other Arabic countries, such as Saudi Arabia, who ban alcohol under all circumstances.
Soccer is a popular sport, with three teams from Manama participating in the Bahraini Premier League.
The University of Bahrain has its main campus in Manama.
★ US Embassy Manama Bahrain
★ Website with pictures of Manama
1. Encyclopædia Britannica - Manama (retrieved 25 November 2006)
2. Encyclopaedia of the Orient - Manama (retrieved 25 November 2006)
3. Lonely Planet - Bahrain - Weather (retrieved 2 December 2006)
4. AME Info - Bahrain Country Guide - Climate (retrieved 2 December 2006)
5. Bahrain News Agency - ELECTION 2006 (retrieved 2 December 2006)
6. CIA World Factbook - Bahrain (retrieved 2 December 2006)
7. - Trip Advisor - Manama Culture (retrieved 2 December 2006)
'Manama' (Arabic: المنامة 'Al-Manāmah') is the capital city of Bahrain and is the country's largest city with a population of approximately 155,000, roughly a quarter of the country's entire population.
Manama has emerged as the capital of independent Bahrain after periods of domination by Portugal and Persians earlier in its history. Today, it is a modern capital with an economy based around the sales promotion industry as crude oil takes a less pronounced role in the economy. (See Economy of Bahrain.) Because of it's thriving economy, a Dutch firm has proposed a 1,000m+ skyscraper called the Murjan Tower to be built. Currently only a concept, if built it would be the world's tallest structure of all time.
| Contents |
| History |
| Climate |
| Geography |
| Law and government |
| Economy |
| Transport |
| Demographics |
| Neighborhoods |
| Culture |
| Education |
| External links |
| Notes and references |
History
Main articles: History of Manama
Manama was mentioned in Islamic chronicles at least as far back as 1345. It was conquered by Portugal in 1521 and then by the Persians in 1602.[1] Since 1783 it has been under the control of the Al-Khalifa dynasty. Manama was declared a free port in 1958 and in 1971 became the capital of independent Bahrain.[2]
Climate
In common with the rest of Bahrain, Manama has extremely hot, humid summers, and mild winters. Temperatures may rise as high as 38°C (100°F) in summer, as is the case in the rest of the country.[3] Winters are generally a lot milder, with average temperatures in January around 17°C (63°F).[4]
Geography
The city is located in the far north-eastern corner of Bahrain island on a small peninsula. As in the rest of Bahrain island, the land is generally flat (or gently rolling) and arid.
Manama is served by Bahrain International Airport on the nearby island of Al Muharraq, to which it is connected via a causeway.
Exhibition Avenue, 'Hoora'
National Bank of Bahrain Building
The major places within Manama are:
★ Adliya
★ Diplomatic Area
★ Gudaibiya
★ Hoora
★ Noaim
★ Juffair
★ Seef
★ Umm Al Hassam
★ Zinj
Law and government
Manama is part of the Capital Governorate, one of five Governorates of Bahrain. Until 2002 it was part of the municipality of Al-Manamah. Councils exist within the governorates; eight constituencies are voted upon within Capital Governorate in 2006. [5]
Economy
Manama, Bahrain's wealthy capital.
The economic base for Manama itself is financial services, with over two hundred financial institutions and banks based in the Diplomatic Area. There is also a large retail sector in the shopping malls around Seef, while the centre of Manama is dominated by small workshops and traders.
Transport
Bahrain International Airport is located approximately 15 kilometers from the city.
Demographics
Manama forms the bulk of the Capital Governorate, the exact population of which was given in 2001 as 163,696. 103,235 of these were male, the other 60,641 female. The majority of Manama residents are non-Bahrainis: only 55,230 residents have Bahraini citizenship.
Neighborhoods
The major neighborhoods within Manama are:
★ Adliya
★ Bu Ashira
★ Bu Ghazal
★ Diplomatic Area
★ Fareeq el-Hammam
★ Fareeq el-Hatab
★ Fareeq el-Makharqa
★ Ghuraifa
★ Gudaibiya
★ Gufool
★ Hoora
★ Juffair
★ Mahooz
★ Naim
★ Seef
★ Sulmaniya
★ Umm Al Hassam
★ Zinj
Culture
Bahrain is strongly Islamic and Arabic; while Manama shares these traits, it also contains a large number of foreigners and foreign influences, with just under a third of the populace hailing from abroad.[7]. Alcohol is legal in the country, with bars and nightclubs operating in the city. This is in contrast to many other Arabic countries, such as Saudi Arabia, who ban alcohol under all circumstances.
Soccer is a popular sport, with three teams from Manama participating in the Bahraini Premier League.
Education
The University of Bahrain has its main campus in Manama.
External links
★ US Embassy Manama Bahrain
★ Website with pictures of Manama
Notes and references
1. Encyclopædia Britannica - Manama (retrieved 25 November 2006)
2. Encyclopaedia of the Orient - Manama (retrieved 25 November 2006)
3. Lonely Planet - Bahrain - Weather (retrieved 2 December 2006)
4. AME Info - Bahrain Country Guide - Climate (retrieved 2 December 2006)
5. Bahrain News Agency - ELECTION 2006 (retrieved 2 December 2006)
6. CIA World Factbook - Bahrain (retrieved 2 December 2006)
7. - Trip Advisor - Manama Culture (retrieved 2 December 2006)
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