Explore the gorgeous beauty of Kuwait
The city of Kuwait is the capital of Kuwait. It is situated on the shores of Kuwait Bay on the Persian Gulf and has beautiful Islamic architecture to adorn. It experiences hot summers and short winters. It has a home-grown culture of Arabic theatre. Its soap operas are the most-watched among the other Arab countries. Kuwait city features beautiful restaurants, street markets, and war-torn buildings. You can stay in western-style hotels and enjoy the local cuisine at nearby popular shops and restaurants.
Places to visit in Kuwait
There are beaches with a vast coastline and white sand to enjoy the serenity of the place. Here are a few beautiful and fun places for your consideration:
- Kuwait Tower – It is a group of three towers built after Kuwait’s independence from England. It is a symbol of the resurgence of the economy in the nation.
- National Museum – It features a planetarium, archaeology and heritage sections. It was initially the residence of the Al Sabah royal family.
- Grand Mosque – It is the largest mosque in the city with beautiful Islamic architecture. It can entertain 10,000 people at once.
- Kuwait House of National Works – It is a memorial museum that pays an ode to the military and allied forces that were martyred in the first Gulf War between 1990 and 1991.
- Aquarium and Scientific Centre – This place is a delight for children. It has a ‘Dive with the sharks’ program, and you can also see different species of animals, plants and aquatic life.
- Liberation Tower – It was named after the multinational coalition that resulted in the liberation of Kuwait from the annexation of Iraq. It has an observation platform and a revolving restaurant.
You can also visit islands – Failaka Island, Kubbar Island and Green Island. There are other places to see in the city including Seif Palace, House of Mirrors and Al Sadu House.
Airport in Kuwait
Kuwait International Airport is located close to 16 km from the city center. It is also one of the busiest airports in the world.
- Airport address: Kuwait International Airport, Farwaniya, Kuwait
- IATA code: KWI