An island shaped by the sea
Pearl diving and maritime trade shaped Dalma. The sea provided livelihoods and connected its people with the region.
DELMA / LEVEL 04
Island stories
Before Dalma became a travel destination, it was a place of seafaring, trade and everyday life. Known for its fresh water, the island was a stop for sailors. Some freshwater springs even rose from beneath the sea.
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Dalma Museum
The museum occupies the former home of pearl merchant Mohammed bin Jassim Al Marikhi and offers a glimpse into the island’s social and maritime past.
Archaeology on the island
Archaeological sites on Dalma point to ancient settlement. Each era deserves a story of its own.
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