Beit al-Qur’an, Manama, Bahrain.
The Beit al-Qur’an collection of Qur’anic manuscripts is one of the most comprehensive of its type in the world. This great collection includes magnificent calligraphic works from as early as the first century hijra (7th / 8th CE) to the present day, from all regions of the Islamic world, from China to Andalusian Spain. Manuscripts from 1st and 1st/2nd century of hijra are available at this website. It is a privately-owned collection. More information about Beit al-Qur’an and other museums in Bahrain is also available.
BEIT AL QUR’AN,
P.O. BOX 2000,
MANAMA, BAHRAIN
TEL. (973) 17290101
FAX (973) 17292709
Email alquran@batelco.com.bh
Timings are:
Saturday to Wednesday:
Morning : 9.00 a.m. to 12.00 Noon
Evening : 4.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.
Thursday : 9.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
