Which country has Manama as its capital?

Manama is the capital of Bahrain, located in the Persian Gulf, in the northeastern part of the Bahrain island. It is the largest city in Bahrain, with a population of around 155,000 people, making up nearly a quarter of the country's total population.

Manama has a rich history, first mentioned in Islamic chronicles as early as 1345. It was conquered by the Portuguese in 1521 and later by the Persians in 1602. Since 1783, it has been predominantly under the control of the Al-Khalifa dynasty, with few interruptions. Manama was declared a free port in 1958 and became the capital of independent Bahrain in 1971.

The economy of Manama mirrors that of Bahrain as a whole, focusing on oil, refining, dhow building, fishing, and pearl diving. The city is served by Bahrain International Airport, located on Al Muharraq island, connected to Manama by a bridge. Manama is also home to the University of Bahrain, established in 1986.

Historically, Al Manamah was one of the twelve municipalities of Bahrain and now stands as the capital of this nation.