Oil Museum and First Oil Well

The Oil Museum and First Oil Well are significant landmarks in Bahrain’s history, marking the location of the first oil discovery in the Gulf region in 1932. The museum is located near Jebel Dukhan (Mountain of Smoke), Bahrain’s highest point. The site features the original oil well and a museum showcasing the country’s oil industry development, tools used in early oil extraction, and historical photographs. It offers a unique perspective on Bahrain’s transformation driven by oil discovery and its contribution to the region’s economy.