Bahrain World Trade Center

The Bahrain World Trade Center is a twin-tower landmark on King Faisal Highway on the Manama waterfront, Bahrain. Completed in 2008, the two sail-shaped towers rise about 240 metres and are known for three large wind turbines mounted on sky bridges between them, making it among the first skyscrapers to integrate turbines into its design. The towers hold offices and are not open to the public, and the turbine bridges cannot be visited, so the experience is exterior viewing. Visitors can walk around the base, photograph the towers and enter Moda Mall, the luxury shopping centre attached to the complex, which has international fashion brands, cafes and a quiet, air-conditioned atmosphere. A visit takes 30 to 60 minutes. The best vantage points are from the waterfront side near the corniche and from King Faisal Highway, where the full height of both towers can be framed with the turbines visible between them. Sunset is the best time to come, when the sail-shaped towers catch the last light and are lit after dark. Crowds are never heavy, and traffic noise on the highway is the main distraction. The towers are close to Bahrain Financial Harbour and a short taxi ride from Bab Al Bahrain, so many visitors combine them in a single trip along the waterfront. Moda Mall hours run roughly 10:00-22:00 daily. Entry to the grounds and the mall is free. Visitors should be aware that taking professional-style photography near government and financial buildings may attract questions from security staff.