Pearl Monument, Manama, Bahrain
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The Pearl Monument
The
Pearl Monument is one of Bahrain’s most
memorable landmarks. It is made up of 6 dhow
(Arab sailing ships) “sails” going up into
the heavens with a gigantic pearl resting on
its pinnacle.
The 6 sails represent the 6 Gulf countries,
while the pearl represents their being
united by one heritage. Located near the
edge of the Causeway of the Manama-Muharraq,
the Pearl Monument has always successfully
left a lasting and grand impression on
visitors.
The Pearl Monument serves as a beautiful
reminder of the old days of Bahrain, when
diving for pearls was the main industry in
country. It is hard to miss this impressive
work of art when you tour around the city of
Manama as it is located near the Sanabis
road on one of the city’s roundabouts.
The magnificence of Bahrain is evident in
the crystal clear blue water that borders
this island.
Although Manama City is
currently under development, each new
building that is finished serves to
add to
the already beautiful skyline consisted of
many
Bahrain hotels and business offices.
Construction of the buildings follow the
Pearl Monument’s theme and all the buildings
resemble the sail
of ships. A beautiful
light show produced by the buildings can be
seen by viewers at night. In the middle of
it all is the Pearl monument which stands as
brilliant reminder of this nation’s history.
