Kuwait
Kuwait: Gulf State on the Persian Gulf Coast
Kuwait is a small country on the northwest shore of the Persian Gulf, bordered by Iraq and Saudi Arabia. Its capital, Kuwait City, holds over two-thirds of the population and features key areas like Salmiya’s seafront and the historic core near the Grand Mosque.
Fast facts
- Country
- Kuwait
- Region
- Al Asimah (Capital)
- Population
- Approx. 4.3 million (2024)
- Currency
- Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)
- Known for
- Oil reserves, Desert landscapes, Modern architecture, Traditional souks
Kuwait covers about 17,818 square kilometers along the Persian Gulf, with roughly 499 kilometers of coastline.
The population is around 4.1 to 4.3 million, most living in Kuwait City and its metropolitan area.
Kuwait City’s skyline is marked by the Kuwait Towers, opened in 1979, including a 187-meter tower with a revolving observation sphere. Peak visits occur between November and March, when daytime temperatures are milder compared to summer highs exceeding 45°C.
Kuwait Towers
Visit the three seaside Kuwait Towers, especially the main tower with its revolving observation sphere at 187 meters.
Salmiya District
Salmiya offers shopping centers and a coastal promenade ideal for walks along the Persian Gulf.
National Day
Kuwait National Day on 25 February features fireworks, air shows, and public celebrations across the country.
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