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tion overlooking the bay makes it well worth a trip, especially at sunset, when the neigh-
bouring park comes alive with local strollers.
From Manama, take the Sheikh Hamad Causeway and follow the signs along Khalifa
al-Khebir Ave and Arad Hwy.
Al-Oraifi Museum
MUSEUM
( 17 535 112; off Airport Avenue; admission BD1; 8am-noon & 4-8pm Sat-Thu, 8am-noon Fri)
Dedicated
to the art and artefacts of the Dilmun era, this private collection of art and sculpture has
over 100 works of art from this era. Inspired by these artefacts, the artist owner paints
Dilmun-related canvases which he displays in the museum's gallery. From Manama, take
the Sheikh Isa bin Sulman Causeway and follow the signs along Airport Ave.
Shopping
Suq al Qaisariya
SOUQ
(Souq Muharraq; 10am-1pm & 4-7pm Sat-Thu, 4-7pm Fri)
This newly renovated collection of tradi-
tional old shops is burried in the heart of Souq Muharraq and has already become a popu-
lar site for visitors. It will eventually form part of the heritage pathway being built through
the old quarters of the island in celebration of the pearling trade.
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Other Islands
Hawar Islands
The 16 virtually uninhabited islands known collectively as the Hawar Islands are very
close to Qatar. The islands are home to a large number of flamingos and cormorants,
about 2000 Bahraini troops and the attractive
Tulip Inn Hawar Beach
( 17 532 272;
www.tulipinnhawarbeach.com
;
s/d BD60/72; )
. Closed at the time of writing, the resort normally
offers a range of wildlife tours and water activities. If service resumes, the boat to the
Hawar Islands leaves from the Ad Dur jetty on the southeast coast of Bahrain Island, a
25-minute drive from Manama.
