The four governorates that make up the Arab nation known as the Kingdom of Bahrain. It is situated in the Middle East, encircled by water, with just a bridge leading to Saudi Arabia serving as a link to the mainland. The capital, northern, southern, and muharraq governorates are the four. With more than 84 islands and a total surface area of 780 square kilometers, half of which are man-made, the country's surface area is still expanding. There are 1.5 million people living there, half of whom are immigrants. With a population of 630,000, Manama is the most populous city and the capital of the nation. Bahrain International Airport (BAH), which handles about 9.6 million passengers annually, is the biggest airport. As the only public airport in the nation, BAH is home to Gulf Air, the national carrier with international flights. Arabic is the official language, and 70% of the population practices Islam, which dominates the country's culture. The English common law and Islamic sharia law are combined to form the legal system. King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa serves as the head of state in this federation of monarchies. An appointed governor is in charge of all four governorates.he head of state, the Cabinet, and the head of government make decisions on matters of national importance in Manama. The Bahraini Dinar (BHD), the national currency of the nation, is now worth 0.38 US dollars. With an open economy, the nation produces a GDP of about $44.1 billion. At $29,103, its per capita income is high. The petroleum and petrochemical industries still contribute 11% of the GDP today. To further lessen the reliance on oil and gas, the government concentrates on growing alternative revenue streams including the banking and tourist industries. There are several different tourist attractions in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The National Museum, Bab Al Bahrain, the Al Areen Wildlife Park, the Tree of Life, the Fort of Bahrain, and the Al Fateh Mosque are a few of the important locations. Travelers come to the nation for its beaches, mild weather, lodging, dining options, and retail establishments. Bahrain attracts a lot of tourists from nearby Saudi Arabia due to its sophisticated fine dining establishments and lively nightlife. The neighboring Gulf States account for the majority of the 4 million overnight guests each year, although the number of visitors from outside the region is rising.
