Travel Info

Capital City: Manama
Popular Destination: Bahrain World Trade Center
International Calling Code: .+973
W.H.O. Healthcare System Ranking: 42
Internet Penetration Rate: 77.00%
 

Cultural Info

Major Language: Arabic
Local Greeting: Marhaba. Anti jameela / anti raeea.
Nickname of National Soccer Team: al Akhmar (The Red)
Notable Personality: Mamtha Mohandas
Popular Athlete: Maryam Yusuf Jamal
Top Selling Car Brand: Toyota
 

Economic Info

Population (rank): 1,214,705 (157)
GDP/Per Capita Income: $40,300 (2010 est.)
Major Country Exports: (1) Petroleum and petroleum products (2) Aluminum
Currency: Bahraini Dinar