Bahrain Fort - Manama, Bahrain
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N 26° 14.105 E 050° 31.350
39R E 452308 N 2901806
The Bahrain Fort, also known as The Portuguese Fort, was built on the 16th Century on grounds previously occupied by several civilizational layers. It is an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
Waymark Code: WM177HP
Location: Bahrain
Date Posted: 12/30/2022
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This impressive fort can be found in the capital of Bahrain, Manama. It was built by the Portuguese in the 16th Century and it's in great condition. Free entrance. There is a nearby museum dedicated to the artefacts found in the fort and around.
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The year the "Fort" was constructed or started.: 1561
Name of "Country" or "Nation" that constructed this "Fort": Portugal
Was this "Fort" involved in any armed conflicts?: Yes it was
What was the primary purpose of this "Historic Fort"?: For protecting a travel or shipping route
Current condition: Excellent condition, supervised by UNESCO
This site is administered by ----: Bahrain
If admission is charged -: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Open to the public?: Open or unrestricted access.
Official or advertised web-page: [Web Link]
Link to web-site that best describes this "Historic Fort": [Web Link]
Link if this "Fort" is registered on your Countries/ State "Registry of Historical Sites or Buildi: Not listed
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