Muharraq Island

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Muharraq Island (Arabic: جزيرة المحرق) is the second largest island in Bahrain after Bahrain Island. It is named after Muharraq City, the former capital of Bahrain.

Several cities are located on Muharraq Island, including:

• Muharraq City
• Arad
• Hidd
• Al Dair
• Samaheej
• Galali
• Busaiteen
• Halat Bu Maher
• Halat Nuaim (connected by road)
• Halat Seltah (connected by road)

Bahrain International Airport and the Muharraq Airfield are also located on the island.

Three causeways connect Muharraq Island to Bahrain Island:

• Shaikh Hamad Bridge: From Muharraq City to Diplomatic Area
• Shaikh Isa bin Salman Causeway: From Muharraq City/Busaiteen to Diplomatic Area
• Shaikh Khalifa Bridge: From Hidd to Juffair