Thumbs up for first eco-friendly mangrove museum

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Tough, salt-loving mangroves could be at the centre of Bahrain’s latest tourist attraction — a museum that is both eco-friendly and educational.

The Northern Municipal Council has given the green light for a 4,485-square-metre eco-hub dedicated to these vital trees, known for their natural ability to break the wind and absorb carbon.

Members of the council unanimously approved the plan proposed by council member Bassem Abu Idrees, setting the stage for what would be Bahrain’s first mangrove museum.

In a presentation to fellow members, Abu Idrees explained how mangroves are among the most remarkable and beneficial species for humans.

Buffer

These hardy trees not only serve as a buffer against tidal storms but also help clean the waters around them.

Additionally, they play a crucial role in capturing and storing carbon dioxide, thus helping to mitigate the effects of climate change.

“The museum, planned for Salman City block 580, will offer numerous benefits,” Abu Idrees said, speaking to The Daily Tribune. “In addition to the already well-known advantages of mangrove trees, the centre will support research, education, and the work of environmentalists.”

Features

He outlined the museum’s planned features, which include a training centre for cultivating mangrove trees and other eco-friendly plants, ideal for school students conducting experiments.

It will house a 3D cinema, an exhibition space showcasing environmental information and models, an art area for children, a food court, and public facilities.