Al Garum Islands
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°24′N 50°30′E / 26.40°N 50.50°ECoordinates: 26°24′N 50°30′E / 26.40°N 50.50°E |
Archipelago | Bahrain |
Adjacent bodies of water | 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 | |
Governorate | Northern Governorate |
Largest settlement |
Fasht Al Garum (population 0) |
Demographics | |
Demonym | Bahraini |
Population | 0 (2016) |
Pop. density | 0 /km2 (0 /sq mi) |
Ethnic groups | Bahraini, non-Bahraini |
Additional information | |
Time zone | |
Official website |
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ISO Code = BH-14 |
Al Garum Islands are the northernmost group of islands of Bahrain. They have a distance of 23 km (14 mi) north of the capital, Manama, on Bahrain Island.
Geography
There are 4 islands in this reef, and a curved channel was dredged to reach the main island.[1]
Administration
The island belongs to Northern Governorate.
Transportation
The island might be the location of a new Army airfield.[2]
Flora and Fauna
The island is known for its rich fish life.
Image gallery
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References
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