A small country in the northeast of the Arabian Peninsula. The entire economic and cultural life of the country is concentrated in the capital, Kuwait. In recent decades, the country's economy has been actively developing, the city was being built. There are many modern buildings, shopping centers, museums in it. The coast of the Persian Gulf and nearby islands allow tourists to spend time on comfortable beaches. Water sports, diving are popular types of recreation for them.
The state is Islamic. All monuments, museums represent treasures and achievements accumulated by his culture. The architecture has a national flavor, but in a modern stylish design. Many objects are champions: the tallest towers and skyscrapers, the largest ships and fountains.
Nature is not rich in wealth, there is a desert around the capital. In Kuwait City, some areas are actively landscaping, and they are modern oases. The cuisine is traditionally Arabic, with a lot of meat in all kinds and seasoned legumes (hummus, falafel). Rich selection of seafood (fish, oysters). The country has a dry law. Souvenirs can be gold jewelry, spices and oils. A popular tourist product is a small copy of the famous ship Al Hashemi II. A wide variety of eagle figurines, the symbol of Kuwait, or traditional Bedouin clothing can be purchased as memorabilia.
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What to see in Kuwait?
The most interesting and beautiful places, photos and a short description.
Kuwait Towers
The visiting card of the capital of Kuwait. Three high (maximum - 187m) tower structures, in the architecture of which the traditional Arabic and modern styles are uniquely combined. A beautiful and original landmark of the city. The towers are well located on the seashore, spectacular at different times of the day, especially when illuminated at night. The highest tower houses a revolving restaurant.
Liberation tower
A huge TV tower, inside which there are panoramic elevators, a restaurant, an observation deck. The height is almost 400 meters. The unusual exterior decoration of the telecommunications structure is made of ceramic tiles.
Skyscraper Al Hamra
One of the tallest buildings in the world and the tallest in Kuwait. The 77-storey tower of the original design looks like an unfolded scroll. The unique building houses a shopping center, a cinema, offices, and a sports club. There is a restaurant on the roof where you can enjoy not only excellent cuisine, but also the most breathtaking panorama of the capital. The project has received numerous awards from the global architectural community.
Grand Mosque in Kuwait
The largest functioning temple in Kuwait. The building is monumental, striking in size and design. The creators used national architectural traditions, but embodied them with the help of the latest capabilities and materials. There is an extensive park area next to the mosque.
Al Hashemi II
An ancient ship, which in the past sailed the seas, and is now installed on the waterfront of Kuwait. The largest wooden ship on the planet, mentioned in the Guinness Book of Records. The mass of the monument is 2500 tons, its length is almost 100 meters. Inside there is an expensive restaurant, where locals often celebrate special dates.
Failaka Island
The Greeks lived on the island for several centuries. During the excavations, traces of their stay were found, and an archaeological reserve was created. Two ancient temples are well preserved. Visited by Kuwaitis and tourists alike, it is a historical landmark and excellent beach destination.
Kuwait National Museum
A modern building that is a cultural center and preserves many works of art. The collection is based on the personal collection of treasures of the Sheikh of Kuwait. The foundation began to form in 1957. The museum was plundered, now most of the collection has been restored.
Musical fountain
One of the largest in the world, located in the capital - Kuwait. An impressive complex of 220 fountains in three pools. There is a green area around, with a park and playgrounds. Every evening there is a colorful fountain show accompanied by classical music.
Emir's Palace Old Seif Palace
The building is unique in its architecture. A real oriental palace, beautiful and rich. Only local materials have been used in the decoration. A special attraction of the palace is the tower with a unique clock, which is decorated with ceramic tiles and real gold.
Tareq Rajab Museum
Museum of Islamic Art and Calligraphy. A significant part of the funds was collected by a married couple of scientists - Tarek Rajab himself and his wife. The collection includes not only written art objects, but also ceramics, jewelry, weapons. All values were collected in various Arab countries and represent all the diversity of their cultural heritage.
Messilä beach
An extended resort area on the shores of the Persian Gulf. Beach, swimming pools, lots of entertainment and well-developed infrastructure. At night, there is an entertainment club on the beach where you can dance right on the sand. There are expensive hotels and spas nearby.
Ice Skating Rink in Kuwait
Artificial ice rink, under the roof. Includes Big and Small ice zones. Provides tourists with the opportunity to go ice skating when it's really hot outside. Located in the capital, one of the most visited entertainment facilities in the country.
Kuwait Zoo
A modern zoological park with a large territory and a veterinary clinic. The enclosures contain about two thousand animals. All opportunities to get acquainted with the inhabitants of different natural zones and continents. In the special zone of the zoo there are organized picnic areas, you can bring food with you and have a snack in nature.
Persian Gulf
A section of the water area washing Iran and the Arabian Peninsula. According to its characteristics, it is as close as possible to the sea. In addition to economic and geopolitical importance, it has fishing and recreational opportunities. The coastline is convenient for creating beaches, in the Kuwait area, all built up with high-star hotels.
Green Island in Kuwait
An artificial island in the Persian Gulf. On its territory there is a park, for which 50,000 ornamental shrubs were planted, brought from different parts of the world. There are playgrounds, restaurants, theaters, an observation tower in the park. The place in the center is reserved for an artificial lake with salt water.
