The
Kingdom of Bahrain is made up of an archipelago of low lying islands located
off the eastern shore of Saudi Arabia in the Arabian Gulf.
Frequently called the Pearl of the Arabian Gulf, Bahrain has a history of more
than 5,000 years of civilization which has contributed to the modern and
traditional blend of Bahraini culture today. Historic and modern Bahrain blend
well and the Kingdom remains an oasis of stability in the Middle East.
Bahrain is the site of immortal Dilmun , religious centre to Summerians,
Babylonians and Assyrians. The rich culture has also been influenced by the
Greeks, Portuguese, Omani's and the English. Bahrain was a British colony until
1971.
Today Bahrain is a modern and highly developed strategic centre for industry
and services in the Middle East. The marvellous historic sites and buildings
compete with modern office buildings and colourful traditional markets to
create the unique atmosphere of 21 st Bahrain.
While relatively small in population, land area and resources Bahrain has
achieved a high level of social and economic development in a short
period. The road network, international airport, telecommunications,
public services, medical facilities and university are all recognised as being
among the best in the world. The drive for greater development has
partly been driven by the extensive expatriate population which brings a demand
for Western standards and a diverse range of skills from across the globe.
Bahrain's geographical location, its importance to trade and industry and the
government's investment in developing the tourism industry have all contributed
to the recent property boom. Although it is a small nation with limited land
availability, the level of demand is expected to increase significantly.
An example of one of the many market drivers is the tendency for expatriates
working in Saudi Arabia to reside in Bahrain and commute daily over the 25km
long King Fahad Causeway. Demand for tourist accommodation is also on the
increase.
Bahrain has much to attract foreign visitors. English is widely spoken,
traditional Arab courtesy and hospitality abound and there is a wealth of
historic and cultural attractions. For property investors, Bahrain is an even
more interesting proposition.
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