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 | |
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| Location | Persian Gulf |
| Coordinates | 26.40°N 50.50°E / 26.40; 50.50 |
| Archipelago | Bahrain |
| Adjacent to | 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 | |
Bahrain | |
| 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 | |
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| ISO code | BH-14 |
| Official website | www |
There are 4 islands in this reef, and a curved channel was dredged to reach the main island.[1]
The island belongs to Northern Governorate.
The island might be the location of a new Army airfield.[2]
The island is known for its rich fish life.
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Geography of Bahrain | |
Settlements in the Northern Governorate of Bahrain | |
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