Bahrain’s DANAT Showcases Pearl Heritage at Arabian Travel Market 2025 in Dubai

The Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones (DANAT) proudly participated in the Arabian Travel Market 2025, held over four days at the Dubai World Trade Centre under the theme "Transforming Travel Through Connections."

As part of its exhibit, DANAT highlighted Bahrain’s rich heritage and deep-rooted history in natural pearls and oyster diving. Live demonstrations of traditional pearl oyster opening captivated visitors from diverse nationalities, offering them an authentic glimpse into the kingdom’s cultural legacy and its long-standing association with the pearling craft—a profession that remains an integral part of Bahrain’s national identity.

Commenting on the institute’s participation, DANAT CEO Ms. Noora Jamsheer stated, “We are proud to represent the Kingdom of Bahrain and its rich heritage at one of the region’s and world’s most prominent travel and tourism exhibitions. This platform has allowed us to showcase Bahrain’s authentic legacy in natural pearls, jewelry, and oysters to a global audience.”

She added, “Through such engagements, we aim to position Bahrain as a unique heritage tourism destination. At DANAT, our mission is to preserve and promote this cultural legacy, and we are pleased with the significant interest shown by visitors to our booth, who appreciated the informative presentations by our experts.”

Jamsheer also emphasized that DANAT’s efforts align with the national plan to revive Bahrain’s pearl industry and are part of its broader strategy to elevate Bahrain’s status as a global hub for natural pearls and a premier destination for heritage tourism.