Seyadi House

Historical place · Muharraq ·

Seyadi House

Historical place · Muharraq ·

Historic pearl merchant house, museum, mosque, and majlis

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7J47+43V, Rd No 633, Muharraq, Bahrain Get directions

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"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

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Seyadi House is a well-preserved example of Bahrain’s pearling-era heritage and a significant cultural landmark in Muharraq. Formerly the residence of a prominent pearl merchant family, the house reflects the social status, architectural sophistication, and lifestyle of Bahrain during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Sarah S.

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The Siyadi Majlis is the only four storey structure from the bygone pearling era. It is a beautiful testimony on how pearl traders lived in Bahrain. Here, you can see rare pearl collections and jewellery of the bygone era. A must visit site on the Pearling parth.

mohd R.

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Very nice house and antique Traditional old bahraini.deserve to visit it

TH3 T.

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Unfortunately, it's currently closed for repair works. Otherwise nice historical house, well-maintained for tourists to get a glimpse of local heritage.

Alisa S.

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Interesting place. But it's close.The house of Ahmed bin Jasim Siyadi, a former well-known pearl merchant in the 19th century, is a beautiful example of a historic style building that Muharraq is known for. Its three story façade features uniquely curved corners and beautiful stucco work. The house is part of a larger complex of buildings that contain a mosque and majlis. The house is included in the “Pearling: Testimony of an Island Economy” project and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2012.

John B.

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Nice old building, but not much to see in the surroundings.

Ignacio B.

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Beautiful building and fantastic restoration project

Marc Albalat B.

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A beautiful place full of history! The security guy from Bahrain was very kind and helpful explaining everything and accompanying us everywhere! A must see in the country!

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Seyadi House

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Sarah S.

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mohd R.

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Very nice house and antique Traditional old bahraini.deserve to visit it

TH3 T.

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Unfortunately, it's currently closed for repair works. Otherwise nice historical house, well-maintained for tourists to get a glimpse of local heritage.

Alisa S.

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John B.

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Nice old building, but not much to see in the surroundings.

Ignacio B.

Google

Beautiful building and fantastic restoration project

Marc Albalat B.

Google

A beautiful place full of history! The security guy from Bahrain was very kind and helpful explaining everything and accompanying us everywhere! A must see in the country!

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