Bahrain

Manama is the capital and largest city of Bahrain, serving as its political and economic center. Located on Bahrain Island, it’s known as a financial hub of the Gulf, with modern landmarks like the Bahrain World Trade Center and proximity to the King Fahd Causeway linking Bahrain to Saudi Arabia. Historically, Bahrain prospered from pearl diving—explored in the Bahrain National Museum—before oil and finance reshaped its economy. Memory tip: All options are Gulf capitals, but match them by country—Abu Dhabi (UAE), Doha (Qatar), Kuwait City (Kuwait), and Manama (Bahrain). Think “B for Banking Bahrain, M for Manama,” pairing Bahrain’s finance reputation with its capital’s initial.