The Arabian Gulf waters provided an ideal environment for pearling because the oyster beds were shallow enough for divers to reach without the use of breathing gear.

Japan & Bahrain to Boost Natural Pearls Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company, the investment arm of the Kingdom of Bahrain, signed a Memorandum of Understanding

The warm waters of the Gulf produced highly prized, colourful pearls

36-Son Ithamar falls in love with pearls.

Ama pearl divers, Miss Ocean, Cleaner Ocean Club, Oysters.

Pearl diving in Qatar Since ancient times the sea has played a vital role in the daily life of the citizens of the peninsula of Qatar.

Pearl diving used to be a highly source of income in kuwait in the 30's.

Before oil was the backbone of the UAE's economy, there was pearl diving. Known for its shopping and tourism, very few people are aware that pearl diving is one of the UAE's treasures. From sailing boats to collecting shells, to sorting pearls and se