Coordinates: 26°24′N 50°30′E / 26.40°N 50.50°E / 26.40; 50.50

Al Garum Islands

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Al Garum Islands
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Geography
LocationPersian Gulf
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ArchipelagoBahrain
Adjacent toPersian Gulf
Total islands4
Major islands
  • Fasht Al Garum
Area0.4 km2 (0.15 sq mi)
Highest elevation0 m (0 ft)
Administration
GovernorateNorthern Governorate
Largest settlementFasht Al Garum (pop. 0)
Demographics
DemonymBahraini
Population0 (2016)
Pop. density0/km2 (0/sq mi)
Ethnic groupsBahraini, non-Bahraini
Additional information
Time zone
ISO codeBH-14
Official websitewww.bahrain.com

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.

Geography

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There are 4 islands in this reef, and a curved channel was dredged to reach the main island.[1]

Administration

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The island belongs to Northern Governorate.

Transportation

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The island might be the location of a new Army airfield.[2]

Flora and fauna

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The island is known for its rich fish life.

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See also

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References

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