What Is Kuwait Known For?
- Oil: 6th largest reserves; OPEC member; immense wealth.
- Pearls: Historic pearl diving center; declined with cultured pearls.
- Dhows: Traditional Arab sailing vessels still used for fishing, transport, recreation.
- Souqs: Traditional markets (e.g., Souq Al-Mubarakiya).
- Mosques: Grand Mosque, Al-Khalifa, Al-Sager.
- Towers: Kuwait Towers, Al Hamra Tower, Burj Alshaya.
- Beaches: Al Khiran, Salmiya, Fintas on Persian Gulf.
- Desert: Arabian Desert for camping, hiking, off-roading.