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Bahrain, a group of 33 islands, with an area of 707 square kilometers, is situated in the Arabian Gulf, off the east coast of Saudi Arabia. The local time is GMT + 3 hours. The state takes its name from the largest island Bahrain, which is 586.5 square kilometers. It is linked by causeways to Muharraq (international airport). There are numerous other tiny islands, but they are mainly uninhabited and are best known for the variety of migrating birds which pass through in spring and autumn.
Arabic is the official language,although English is widely understood and it’s used by most businesses. Islam is the religion of Bahrain and is practiced by a large, majority. Places of worship of other faiths exist on the island. The climate is hot in summer and mild in winter. From November to April is very pleasant, with temperatures from 15 to 24 degrees centigrade. Temperatures are coolest between December and March when northerly winds prevail. From July to September temperatures average 36 degrees centigrade with high humidity.
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