Top Tourist Destination in Kuwait

Kuwait’s recent history has obscured the fact that this ancient culture is a part of the real Arabia, and that the country retains strong links to its origins. This is a unique part of the world, where ancient and modern cultures and concepts meet on a daily basis. Kuwait itself is unique, with 60% of the inhabitants foreigners, and Kuwait City the main urban area of the nation.

Kuwait is extraordinary. There are so many places to explore that it really does take some time to even figure out where to go first. The cosmopolitan nature of the place and the ultra modern city belie the hidden treasures of the country and the natural environment. Hotels in Kuwait and luxury accommodation are synonymous. This is a place where you can really feel like you’re on holiday. There are so many attractions in Kuwait. These are a selection of some of the famous attractions:

Kuwait City

Kuwait City is the obvious major area for exploration. This isn’t a big place, but there’s a lot of fascinating things to see and do. In this area you will find markets galore, beaches, elegant architecture, and the genuine Kuwaiti culture. Kuwait City and the surrounds are very well organized for getting around. You can travel easily and comfortably, sampling the many different charms of the city. Most travelers take their time, exploring each of the Kuwait City’s multifaceted and fascinating districts.

Failaka Island

Failaka Island is the most popular tourist destination in Kuwait. This is another of the Middle East’s heirlooms. It was inhabited during the Stone Age. The ancient Greeks settled there. It was an ideal trading port for trade between Persia and the western Middle East.

National Museum and cultural heritage sites

Kuwait’s heritage is long, and it’s a true revelation to see how far back the region’s history goes. The National Museum of Kuwait, Bayt Al Badr and Sadu House are three must see sites for cultural interest. These three sites embody the painstakingly saved history of Kuwait, including the National Museum’s pieces which survived the recent destruction by the Iraqi invasion. Bayt Al Badr is a time capsule reflecting the traditional lives of the Kuwaitis. Sadu House is dedicated to traditional Bedouin Sadu weaving, the basis of the creation of traditional desert fabrics.

Sharq Mall

Tourism and shopping go together, and Kuwait has a lot of good shopping. Sharq Mall is Kuwait’s best known upmarket mall, a huge places with many different types of store.

Islands water sports and yachting

For a desert country, Kuwait has a lot of its fun based on the sea and luxury accommodation to match. Kuwait’s islands form ocean the backdrop for a range of water sports including:

Water-skiingJet skiingWindsurfingPower boatingYachtingScuba divingDivingIsland trips and picnic outingsFishing

Kuwait is the sort of place where you can pick a dozen things to do in a day. All of these incredible places to see and things to do are literally within half an hour of your hotel.