Rubud al Sharqiyya

Rubud al Sharqiyya is an ecologically vital island within Bahrain's Hawar archipelago, located in the southeastern waters of the Arabian Gulf. The island is designated as a high-priority wildlife sanctuary, primarily serving as a significant nesting ground for the osprey (Pandion haliaetus) and other migratory raptors. As part of a protected Ramsar wetland site, it features a pristine habitat that is largely undisturbed by human activity, with access strictly regulated by special permits. The surrounding waters are notably shallow and clear, containing extensive seagrass beds that support local populations of dugongs and various sea turtle species. Geologically, the island consists of low-lying limestone and salt-tolerant vegetation, reflecting the harsh yet specialized desert-marine environment. Its status as a sanctuary ensures that the delicate balance of the Gulf's avian and marine life is preserved, making it a key site for biological research and conservation efforts in the Middle East.

History & landmarks

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Ajirah

Ajirah is a small island in the Hawar archipelago with rocky coastal sections.

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Rubud al-Sharqiyah

This eastern island of the Hawar group is characterized by flat coastal zones.

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Rubud al-Gharbiyah

Rubud al-Gharbiyah is located in the west of the Hawar Islands.

Hawar Island

Hawar Island is the largest island in the Hawar archipelago and a crucial sanctuary for sea birds.

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Bu Thaur

Bu Thaur is an uninhabited island in the southern Hawar archipelago, featuring a low, sandy topography.

Suwad al-Shamaliyah

Suwad al-Shamaliyah is another flat island of the Hawar group.

Hawar

Hawar is the main island of the archipelago of the same name.

Bu Sa'adah

Bu Sa'adah is one of the smaller islands in the Hawar group, known for its tranquility and isolation.

Nature

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Rubud al Gharbiyya

This western island of the Rubud group is a vital habitat for wading birds and other marine life.

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Suwad al Janubiyya

Suwad al Janubiyya is a low-lying island in the Hawar archipelago, primarily a nesting ground for sea birds.

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Suwad al Shamaliyya

This island in the Hawar archipelago is famous for its massive colonies of endangered Socotra cormorants.

Umm Jalid

Umm Jalid is a small, uninhabited island in the Hawar archipelago, primarily used by nesting birds.

Jabal al-Dukhan

Jabal al-Dukhan is the highest point in Bahrain at 134 meters elevation.

Jabal ad-Dukhan

Jabal ad-Dukhan is the highest point in Bahrain, standing at 134 meters above sea level in the desert.

Khor al Qulayah

Khor al Qulayah is a protected marine inlet that serves as an important habitat for fish and crustaceans.

More places

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Wadi al-Rammam

Wadi al-Rammam is a small desert valley near Jabal al-Dukhan.

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Al Hazm Plateau

Al Hazm Plateau is an elevated desert area near Jabal ad-Dukhan, offering expansive views of the interior.

Wadi al Buhair

Wadi al Buhair is one of the few valleys in Bahrain, known for its unique rock formations and topography.