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Dilmun Temple — Barbar temple, Dilmun culture, ca. 3000-2000 BCE; Bahrain (8)

Heritage Sites · Northern Bahrain

Dilmun Temple

Photo: Barbar temple, Dilmun culture, ca. 3000-2000 BCE; Bahrain (8) · Prof. Mortel · CC BY 2.0 (licence)

Before you go

7 facts, each with its source
  • Time needed 1–2 hours Source: editor · category default
  • Best season November–March Source: editor · category default
  • Difficulty Easy — uneven ground and low doorways Source: editor · category default
  • Family friendly Yes Source: editor · category default
  • Drones Suspended — Bahrain suspended all drone activity and approvals on 28 March 2026, until further notice Source: official · national rule · Civil Aviation Affairs, Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications · checked 2026-09-05
  • Dress Bahrain is relaxed by regional standards, but shoulders and knees covered is the norm away from hotels and beaches. Many of these sites are still lived in. Source: editor · category default
  • Elevation 12 m Source: srtm · NASA SRTM 30 m model

Not confirmed for this place: 4x4 needed · Entry fee · Opening hours · Facilities · Wheelchair. Know one of these? Tell us →

Safety notes

  • Much of the heritage here is a walking route through a lived-in neighbourhood, not a fenced site. Dress modestly, keep noise down, and ask before photographing people or houses.
  • Burial mounds and excavation ground are fragile and, in places, unfenced. Stay on the paths; do not climb or remove anything.

Editor notes, reviewed 2026-09-04

How far is it?

  • 28 mfrom Bahrain International Airport (BAH) · 23 km
  • 10 mfrom Budaiya (north-west coast) · 7 km
  • 17 mfrom Manama (Bab Al Bahrain) · 15 km

Road distance and driving time from OpenStreetMap routing, without traffic. Mountain tracks are often slower than the router thinks.

When to go

November–March
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ComfortableToo hot

Heritage sites are open stone with little shade. Early morning and late afternoon are the comfortable hours even in the cool months.

Source: editor · category default · 2026-09-04. Category default set by the editor — a verified per-place season replaces it.

About & Sources Dilmun Temple

Dilmun Temple is a heritage site in Northern Bahrain, Bahrain. Entry fee, opening hours and vehicle requirements have not yet been verified for this page — the fact box says so plainly rather than guessing, so check locally before you go. For this kind of place the comfortable season is typically November–March. Nearby: Saar UNESCO Archaeological Site, Saar Archeological Site and AlKooheji Majles Park.

At a glance

  • Heritage Sites · Northern Bahrain
  • Season: November–March (editor default)
  • 1 open-data source · verified not yet
Dilmun Temple — Barbar temple, Dilmun culture, ca. 3000-2000 BCE; Bahrain (8)
Prof. Mortel · CC BY 2.0 (licence)
Dilmun Temple — Barbar temple, Dilmun culture, ca. 3000-2000 BCE; Bahrain (17)
Prof. Mortel · CC BY 2.0 (licence)
Dilmun Temple — Barbar temple, Dilmun culture, ca. 3000-2000 BCE; Bahrain (2)
Prof. Mortel · CC BY 2.0 (licence)

Photos from Wikimedia Commons, each with its author and licence.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Dilmun Temple?

Typically November–March for heritage sites. Heritage sites are open stone with little shade. Early morning and late afternoon are the comfortable hours even in the cool months.

How long do I need at Dilmun Temple?

1–2 hours (guidance for this category).

How high is Dilmun Temple?

About 12 m above sea level (source: srtm).

Where is Dilmun Temple?

In Northern Bahrain (BH-17), Bahrain, at 26.1836, 50.4897 — near Saar UNESCO Archaeological Site, Saar Archeological Site and AlKooheji Majles Park.

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