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Dilmun Burial Mounds: Echoes of an Ancient Civilization

Explore the ancient Dilmun Burial Mounds in Bahrain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a window into a fascinating Bronze Age civilization.

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Explore the Dilmun Burial Mounds, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bahrain, dating back to 2200-1750 BCE. These mounds offer a glimpse into the island's rich history as a trade hub and the burial traditions of the Dilmun civilization.

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Local tips

  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the uneven terrain of the burial mounds.
  • Visit during the cooler months (November to March) for a more pleasant experience.
  • Bring water and snacks, as there are no facilities available at the site.
  • Scan the QR code at the entrance to learn more about the site's history and significance.
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Getting There

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    From central Manama, a taxi or ride-sharing service (Careem or Uber) provides a direct route to the Dilmun Burial Mounds - A'ali West Burial Mound Field. Input the destination as '4GW4+MWQ, Buri' or provide the coordinates 26.1467201, 50.5073581 to your driver. The ride typically takes 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. Confirm the fare before starting the journey. The approximate cost is 3-5 BHD.

  • Public Transport

    From Manama Central Bus Station, take a bus towards Isa Town. From Isa Town Bus Terminal, transfer to another bus heading to A'ali. Alight near the A'ali area and then take a short taxi ride (approximately 5 minutes) or arrange for a local ride-sharing service to the Dilmun Burial Mounds. Alternatively, from Jid Ali, take Bus 12 towards Manama and disembark at the Buri bus stop. From there, it's about a 15-minute walk or a short taxi ride (1-2 BHD) to the mounds. Bus fare is approximately 0.3 BHD per ride.

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The Dilmun Burial Mounds, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are a collection of 21 archaeological sites located in the western part of Bahrain. Among these, the A'ali West Burial Mound Field offers a compelling insight into the burial practices and social structures of the ancient Dilmun civilization. Constructed between 2200 and 1750 BCE, these mounds represent a significant archaeological landscape, bearing witness to the Early Dilmun civilization that flourished during the 2nd millennium BCE. During this period, Bahrain gained economic importance as a trade hub, fostering population growth and social diversification. This is reflected in the extensive necropolises, with their diverse graves ranging from simple mounds to more elaborate chieftain and royal mounds. Archaeological evidence suggests that the burial sites were initially constructed as cylindrical low towers, with the royal mounds featuring two-story sepulchral towers resembling ziggurats. The A'ali West Burial Mound Field showcases the distribution of mounds on the edge of a cemetery. Today, the A'ali West Burial Mound Field comprises over 700 burial mounds, representing a portion of the estimated 11,774 mounds spread across 21 locations in Bahrain. The site also contains six special-type burial mounds with outer ring walls, believed to be indicators of chieftain burials. These mounds are particularly significant as they represent some of the last remaining examples of their kind. Visiting the Dilmun Burial Mounds offers a unique and enriching experience, allowing visitors to connect with Bahrain's ancient past and appreciate the cultural heritage of the region.

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