Trip of the week: exploring the ancient wonders of Bahrain

Fine museums have sprung up recently to preserve the heritage of the tiny island

Inside The Qal’at al-Bahrain
The Qal’at al-Bahrain: an ancient archaeological site to explore
(Image credit: Leonardospencer/Getty Images)

It can’t vie with the glitz and glamour of neighbouring Dubai and Qatar, but the tiny island nation of Bahrain has a rich history, and in recent years a clutch of fine museums has sprung up to preserve its heritage.

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