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Al-Muharraq

Also known as Al-Muḥarraq

Muharraq () is Bahrain's third-most populous city and served as its capital until 1932 when it was replaced by Manama. The population of Muharraq in 2020 was 263,373.

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Place details

Locality: المحرق
Region: محافظة المحرق
Country: البحرين
Population: 176,583
Timezone: Asia/Bahrain

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Key facts

Settlement.official_name: Muharraq
Settlement.native_name: المحرق
Settlement.blank_emblem_size: 200px
Settlement.pushpin_map: Bahrain
Settlement.pushpin_label_position: bottom
Settlement.pushpin_map_caption: Location in Bahrain
Settlement.subdivision_type: Country
Settlement.subdivision_name: Bahrain
Settlement.subdivision_type1: Governorate
Settlement.subdivision_name1: Al Muharraq Governorate
Settlement.unit_pref: metric
Settlement.area_total_km2: 57.50
Settlement.area_total_sq_mi: 22.21
Settlement.population_as_of: 2012
Settlement.population_total: 176583
Settlement.population_density_km2: 3291
Settlement.population_density_sq_mi: 8520
Settlement.population_blank1_title: Ethnicities

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Wikidata facts

Population: 176583
Elevation: 7
Official website: www.mun.gov.bh/newportal/en/muharraq-municipality
Image: Muharraq and Manama.jpg

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Commons category: Muharraq Island
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History
Culture
Economy
Government and infrastructure
Education
Firjan (districts)
Notable people
See also
Notes
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Muharraq () is Bahrain's third-most populous city and served as its capital until 1932 when it was replaced by Manama. The population of Muharraq in 2020 was 263,373.

Muharraq served as the country's capital until 1932. It rose to prominence during the 19th century as the center of Bahrain's pearling industry, playing a vital economic and cultural role. The city retains much of its traditional character, with historic buildings, mosques, and markets that reflect its maritime heritage. Today, Muharraq is recognized for its preservation efforts and is part of the UNESCO-listed Pearling Path.