Your production coordinator
in Bahrain
Hiring your production coordinator in Bahrain is helpful for you and your crew when looking for shooting locations. Bahrain is an offering country when it comes to filming spots. It is also a country with impressive life stories from its residents. This is why hiring a journalist fixer to help you find those relevant stories is the right idea for a documentary. When it comes to locations, Fixer Bahrain will help you source the right ones.
Manama
The capital and largest city in the country, Manama is the main hub of Bahrain in terms of industry, culture, travel, and business. Manama is at least 700 years old, a settlement mentioned in sacred texts from 1345. Although the capital city, this modern metropolis is only hosting around 150.000 inhabitants, continuously expanding its size both on the ground and up through its incredible skyscrapers. Get insights into where to film while in Manama from your production coordinator in Bahrain, or your location scout.
Muharraq
Former Bahrain’s capital, Muharraq is an important industrial and cultural city for the country. Located in the northern part of the country, on its own island, Muharraq is known for its many ancient restored houses, offering visitors a chance to learn about the history of the Bahraini people. Ask your production coordinator in Bahrain for more information on the city, and for advice on where to film while in town. The Arad Fort is among the locations worth visiting while in the city.
Muharraq
Bahrain Fort
One of the crucial forts in the world in terms of historical significance, the Bahrain Fort has been under occupation by civilizations from across the world over the thousands of years of its existence. It has been used as a trading ground by Greeks, Portuguese, Persians, and Kassites from 2300 BC until the 18th century. Have your journalist fixer help you with finding locals who are willing to tell the story of the fort, should you be interested in producing a documentary about this historic landmark.
Al Fateh Grand Mosque
With a surface of 6.500 square meters and a capacity of over 7.000 worshipers, the Al Fateh Grand Mosque is one of the largest mosques in the world. It was built by Sheikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa in 1987 and named after the first ruler or hakim of Bahrain. The large dome at the top of the mosque is made entirely out of fibreglass, with a total weight of over 60 tons. Ask your location scout for directions to make sure you are following local laws when filming here.
Al Fateh Grand Mosque
Amwaj Islands
The Amwaj Islands are made artificially to enhance the residency capacity of Bahrain. Located in the Persian Gulf, 10 kilometres away from Manama city, the islands are 4,3 squared kilometres. Made entirely by humans, the islands offer housing as well as accommodation for travellers visiting Bahrain. If you want to film here, ask your location scout or your production coordinator in Bahrain for help setting up your shooting day. The islands were constructed after an investment of $1.5 billion.
Hiring a location scout in Bahrain
Figuring out where to shoot when in a new country is key to the success of your production. While in Bahrain, our local professionals will guide you through the country. They will help you make the right choice on where to film for your project. Your production coordinator in Bahrain can recommend locations tailored to your needs. They can do this thanks to the experience and knowledge of years in media production.
Making the most out of your filming in Bahrain will be easier with Fixer Bahrain. Our local professionals will help you find the appropriate locations for your crew. They will also ensure smooth operations while in the country. Hire Fixer Bahrain by sending us an email with the brief of your project. A team representative will get back to you as soon as possible, with a time and date for a discovery call.
