Abdulla Al Zayed was a poet, writer and founder of the first newspaper in Bahrain. His former home has now been restored and adapted for use as a press heritage centre, containing a library and offices among other facilities. The two-storey courtyard house is located in Muharraq, a town with a rich historic urban fabric. [...]
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Abdulla Al Zayed House
Posted by Jamal AlYousif on November 27, 2008
http://www.bahrain360.tv/archives/136
Bait Siyadi (Siyadi House)
Bait Siyadi, once home to a wealthy local pearling family, is a fine example of traditional local architecture and interior design dating back to the 19th century. Outstanding features include stained glass fanlights, beautifully carved wooden screens and ornate ceilings.
Posted by Jamal AlYousif on November 26, 2008
http://www.bahrain360.tv/archives/126
Kurar House
This recently renovated house was once a small scale production centre for unique local embroidery as well as handicrafts by women artisans before it fell into disrepair.
Posted by Jamal AlYousif on November 26, 2008
http://www.bahrain360.tv/archives/121
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