Explore Bahrain's Pearl History on This New Trail
"Part of a house that is home to Muharraq’s oldest mosque; the room once used for receiving guests (the majlis) has been converted into a pearl museum where visitors can see historic items and pearls. Inside are "priceless jewels by Jacques Cartier, who visited the city on a gem-sourcing trip in 1912," and displays that link the social and religious life of the house to the pearling trade." - Chris Schalkx Chris Schalkx Chris Schalkx is a Dutch writer and photographer based in Bangkok and Taiwan. He writes about travel, sustainability, and design — preferably all three combined. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
