Bahrain landmarks gain recognition
A building at the entrance to Manama’s souq and the capital’s municipal headquarters have been registered as architectural and urban heritage sites by an organization affiliated with the Arab League. The post Bahrain landmarks gain recognition appeared first on ANBA News Agency .
Two historic sites in Bahrain have been granted recognition by the Register of Architectural and Urban Heritage in the Arab Countries, announced at the 11th session of the observatory under the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO). These buildings, Bab Al Bahrain and the Manama Municipality building, were highlighted at the observatory’s recent meeting in Egypt.
The Manama Municipality building, originally constructed in 1919, showcases Bahrain’s early municipal administration in the Arab Gulf region. Both sites have been nominated for inclusion based on their cultural and historical significance, undergoing a technical assessment by a specialized committee.
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