Want to learn about Bahrain? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Bahrain
| Capital | Manama |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 1,500,000 |
| Languages | Arabic |
| Currency | Bahraini dinar |
| National symbol | Arabian Oryx |
| Famous food | Machboos |
In Bahrain, people often speak Arabic. A friendly way to say hello is "Salam". 👋
Fun facts about Bahrain for kids
- Bahrain is an archipelago of 33 islands in the Arabian Gulf!
- The 'Tree of Life' grows in the middle of the desert with no visible water source!
- Bahrain was the first country in the Gulf to discover oil.
- Pearling was the main industry for centuries.
- Bahrain is known as the 'Land of Two Seas'.
Famous places in Bahrain
- Bahrain Fort
- Al Fateh Grand Mosque
- Bahrain International Circuit
Nature and symbols of Bahrain
- Arabian Oryx
- National sport: Football
Going to Bahrain with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Salam".
- Find Manama, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇧🇭 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Machboos at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Bahrain Fort.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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