Asia/Western Asia
Bahrain
Manama
1.6 Mio
765 km²
Bahraini dinar
Coastal
Arabic
Historical Events
628 - Introduction of Islam
Bahrain was one of the earliest regions influenced by Islam during Muhammad's lifetime.
1521 - Portuguese Rule Begins
Bahrain was ruled by the Portuguese Empire, marking a significant foreign influence.
1602 - End of Portuguese Rule
Shah Abbas the Great of Safavid Iran expelled the Portuguese from Bahrain.
1783 - Capture by Bani Utbah
Bahrain was captured by the Bani Utbah and allied tribes, initiating Al Khalifa rule.
1861 - British Protectorate
Bahrain became a protectorate of the United Kingdom after successive treaties.
1971 - Independence from the UK
Bahrain declared its independence, ending its status as a British protectorate.
2002 - Semi-Constitutional Monarchy Declared
Bahrain was declared a semi-constitutional monarchy with sharia as a principal source of legislation.
2011 - Arab Spring Protests
Bahrain experienced protests inspired by the Arab Spring, highlighting issues of governance.