Visiting Bahrain - tips/advice/suggestions :) (Manama)

I am planning have a short visit Protected content to Bahrain in October. In particular I am interested in exploring local culture, people and practice Arabic language. Could you, please, suggest as to what to visit/do/where to stay and may be also what is better to avoid? Also would be happy to meet locals!

Thank you in advance! :)

Margarita