Al Garum Islands
Al Garum Islands are the northernmost group of islands of Bahrain. They lie 23 km (14 mi) north of the capital, Manama, on Bahrain Island.
  Al Garum Islands The Location of Al Garum Islands in Bahrain (a little above the edge of the borders) | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | Persian Gulf |
| Coordinates | 26.40°N 50.50°E |
| Archipelago | Bahrain |
| Adjacent bodies of water | Persian Gulf |
| Total islands | 4 |
| Major islands |
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| Area | 0.4 km2 (0.15 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Governorate | Northern Governorate |
| Largest settlement | Fasht Al Garum (pop. 0) |
| Demographics | |
| Demonym | Bahraini |
| Population | 0 (2016) |
| Pop. density | 0/km2 (0/sq mi) |
| Ethnic groups | Bahraini, non-Bahraini |
| Additional information | |
| Time zone | |
| ISO code | BH-14 |
| Official website | www |
Geography
There are 4 islands in this reef, and a curved channel was dredged to reach the main island.[1]
Administration
The island belongs to Northern Governorate.
Transportation
The island might be the location of a new Army airfield.[2]
Flora and fauna
The island is known for its rich fish life.
Image gallery
Map 1
District Map
References
- "News". Archived from the original on 2016-09-21. Retrieved 2016-04-18.
- "Gulf news" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2016-09-21. Retrieved 2016-04-18.
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