The Guide
From The Report: Bahrain 2012
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Horses are believed to have been part of Bahrain’s culture for as long as 4000 years, dating back to the Dilmun civilisation. This chapter examines how equestrian sports have become a popular leisure activity in the Kingdom. The chapter also includes a listing of the country’s leading hotels and resorts, as well as useful telephone numbers and facts for visitors, including information about etiquette, language, visas, currency, transport and more.

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Preserving a culture: Equestrian sports are a popular leisure activity in the Kingdom
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Horses are believed to have been part of Bahrain’s culture for as long as 4000 years, dating back to the Dilmun civilisation. The predominance in modern times of the Arabian horse in Bahrain is often linked to the Al Khalifa tribe, the nation’s ruling family, which came to the archipelago in 1783. Since that time, the ruling sheikhs have carefully preserved the original strains of the island nation’s horses. Today, King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa strongly supports equestrian activities…

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A place to rest your head:
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ELITE CRYSTAL HOTEL Juffair District T: +973 1736 0360 Reservations: +973 1755 8200 F: +973 1736 0333 Reservations Fax: +973 1755 8229 cro@elitegroup4u.com www.elitegroup4u.com Rooms: 120 suites with one or two bedrooms. Business & Conference Facilities: Fax, internet and photocopying services; multi-functional hall with all computing and audio-visual facilities; banquet facilities (350-400 person capacity), two boardrooms. Health & Leisure Facilities: Gymnasium, steam room, swimming pool, jacuzzi and recreation room. Guest Services: 24-hour reception and concierge, mail and message delivery, laundry and dry cleaning, valet parking,…

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Facts for visitors: Helpful hints for newcomers
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NATIONAL CHARACTER: Bahrain is regarded as one of the more progressive countries in the Gulf region. Bahrain’s tolerance and religious diversity contribute to the attractiveness of the country to visitors and expatriates alike. Bahrainis pride themselves on their acceptance of other cultures, but they also are devoted to their values and national identity. DRESS: Bahraini men often elect to wear the dishdasha, and the traditional headscarf, known as a ghutrah or keffiyeh, while Bahraini women generally wear an abaya that covers them from neck to toe. Women’s head attire ranges from a hijab that covers the hair, to a niqab that covers…