THE tradition of ‘gahwa’ or coffee drinking has long been an integral part of Arab hospitality and culture.
Engagement parties or “melchas” in Bahrain can also be “henna” or “jelwa” events. They either substitute or are followed by wedding parties few months (or a couple of years) later.
Officially name: Kingdom of Bahrain
Capital: Manama
Largest city: Manama
Official language: Arabic
Government: Constitutional monarchy