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Al Jasra House: A Window into Bahrain's Past

Explore Al Jasra House, a historic landmark in Bahrain showcasing traditional architecture, cultural heritage, and local craftsmanship.

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Al Jasra House, built in 1907, is a traditional Bahraini house in Al Jasra village. It served as the birthplace of Sheikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the first Emir of independent Bahrain, and now functions as a museum showcasing Bahrain's cultural heritage and traditional crafts.

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Local tips

  • Call ahead to confirm opening hours, as they can be erratic.
  • Visit the nearby Al Jasra Handicraft Centre to see artisans at work.
  • Explore the Al Jasra Corniche, a waterfront promenade with views of the Arabian Gulf.
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Getting There

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available in Manama and can take you to Al Jasra House. The journey is approximately 20 kilometers west of Manama. A taxi ride from Manama to Al Jasra costs around 5 BHD. Be sure to confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey.

  • Public Transport

    To reach Al Jasra House via public transport from Manama, take a bus to Isa Town terminal, then take a taxi to Al Jasra. The bus fare is approximately 1 BHD. The taxi from Isa Town to Al Jasra will cost approximately 5 BHD. Check the Bahrain Transportation website for bus schedules.

  • Driving

    Al Jasra House is located approximately 20 kilometers west of Manama. From Manama, follow the signs towards Al Jasra. Ample parking is available near the site. Be aware of local traffic conditions, especially during peak hours.

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Al Jasra House, or Bait Al-Jasra, offers a unique glimpse into the life of a prominent Bahraini family in the early 20th century. Built in 1907 by Shaikh Hamad Bin Abdullah Al-Khalifa, it later became a summer residence for Shaikh Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. The house is most notably known as the birthplace of Sheikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa in 1933, who served as the Emir of Bahrain until 1999. The house exemplifies traditional Bahraini architecture, constructed with local materials like coral stone and palm tree trunks. The courtyard features a unique mixture of tiny mitre and auger shells. Inside, the house is divided into rooms, each showcasing aspects of Bahraini domestic life. Authentic furnishings and household items offer an immersive experience. Traditional wooden chests, wall-mounted mirrors, cabinets, and water jars are all on display. The sitting room features traditional Bahraini seating arrangements with embroidered cushions, while the kitchen displays old cooking utensils. Al Jasra House also serves as a hub for traditional crafts like embroidery, pottery, and basket weaving. The nearby Al Jasra Handicraft Centre enhances this experience, showcasing pottery making, cloth weaving, woodworking, basket weaving and sadow making using traditional methods. A visit to Al Jasra House offers a connection with Bahrain’s past and an appreciation for the traditions that have shaped its cultural identity.

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