Qatar Bahrain Causeway facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Qatar Bahrain Bridge |
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| Carries | Motor vehicle and Rail |
| Crosses | Gulf of Bahrain |
| Locale |  Bahrain and  Qatar |
| Other name(s) | Qatar Bahrain Friendship Bridge |
| Maintained by | Qatar and Bahrain Causeway Foundation |
| Characteristics | |
| Total length | 40 km (25 mi) |
| History | |
| Opened | 2015 (planned) |
The Qatar Bahrain Causeway, also known as the Qatar Bahrain Friendship Bridge, is a very long bridge and road system that was planned to connect the two countries of Qatar and Bahrain. These are two Arab states located in the Middle East. The idea for this huge project was to make travel and trade easier between them.
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Building a Friendship Bridge
The plan for the Qatar Bahrain Causeway was first announced on December 13, 2008. At that time, people hoped that building would begin early in 2009. However, things didn't go as planned. By November 2010, construction had not yet started.
Updates on the Project
Later, on April 27, 2011, a new announcement was made. It said that the work on the causeway would finally begin in 2011. The goal was to finish the entire project by 2015. This bridge was designed to carry both cars and trains, making it a very important link for transport.
Why is it Important?
Building this causeway would create a direct connection between Qatar and Bahrain. Currently, people have to travel a much longer way around to get from one country to the other. The causeway would save a lot of time and help businesses grow by making it easier to move goods and people. It was named the "Friendship Bridge" to show the good relationship between the two nations.
Images for kids
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A map showing Qatar and Bahrain (the island in the top left). The UAE and Saudi Arabia are at the bottom.
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A friendly robot.
See also
In Spanish: Puente de la amistad Catar Baréin para niños
