Welcome to Online Kuwait Guide
Kuwait, the prototypical oil-rich state, has more than ten percent of the world’s estimated oil reserves, and is a leading exporter of petroleum. Tourists, who look forward to a relaxed entry into the Muslim world, can enter Kuwait, and wander around souks, mosques and other sandy traces of ancient Bedouin days. But, behind the extravagant richness, lies the traditional values and warm Arabian hospitality.
Places of Interest in Kuwait
The Kuwait Towers are the most famous landmarks of Kuwait. The
Kuwait Towers are situated on the Arabian Gulf Street in Dasman, promontory to east of City Center. The topmost sphere of the largest tower (187 meters in height),
has a revolving observation area and a restaurant with access to high speed lifts.
The middle tower comprises one million gallons of water.
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Major Tourist Attractions
Pearl Diving: The Kuwayt Annual Pearl Diving festivals help the current generation to experience the hardship and excitement of pearl diving, which their forefathers once experienced. The festivals are a tribute to men who dedicated their lives to the pearling industry. The youngsters prepare in advance for the event by training themselves in sailing and diving, interacting with old divers and experienced captains, and get familiarized with the equipment. Read More
Latest News
Labour Ministry embarks on pilot test for online transactions
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour (MSAL) has begun a pilot test for a project that enables major companies to complete labour transactions online, a Senior Ministry official said.
Metro project progressing to get operational by 2020
Nation-wide metro system is hoped to address the growing issue of traffic congestion, creating better growth prospects in business, commercial and residential fronts.
Avenues Mall expansion may cater to small businesses
Mabanee Real Estate Company, which is monitoring the Avenues Mall project, said that part of the new expansion of the mall will be allocated for small businesses in Kuwait.
Municipal Council grants approval for free zone in South Kuwait
The Municipal Council in Kuwait has granted approval for creation of a free zone in South Kuwait, but, has sought relevant design details, in-line with criteria and conditions set out for free zones.
Barbecue in public places can draw KD1000 fine
Kuwait has strictly announced a fine of KD1000, if people barbecue in public locations.
Cabinet approves privatization of Kuwait Airways
The Cabinet in Kuwait has passed a draft law to privatize the state carrier Kuwait Airways within next three years.
Three-year work permits open to special medical professions
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour has allowed granting three years work permit to certain specialized medical professions like Physicians, X-Ray and Lab Technicians, irrespective of the validity period of their commercial licenses of their hospitals or medical centres.
Kuwait-Iraq flight services restored after 22 years
The first passenger plane from Kuwait to Iraq touched Najaf Airport this week, after 22 years following the Kuwaiti invasion and deterioration of relations between the two nations in 1991.
Ambitious infrastructure projects in pipeline for Kuwait
Kuwait is all set for an ambitious infrastructure programme planned over the next two years, with investments worth $12.
Kuwaitis investing more on foreign properties
The Undersecretary of Ministry of Commerce and Industry in Kuwait, Abdulaziz Al-Khaldi, reported that there is a huge surge in purchase of properties in foreign countries by Kuwaitis, particularly in Arab Gulf States and Turkey.
EoIs invited from companies for the first metro project in Kuwait
The Partnerships Technical Bureau (PTB) in Kuwait has invited companies to submit Expression of Interest (EoI) for investment in an Integrated Rolling Stock and Systems Company, which forms part of the first metro project in the country.
Tender for construction of new terminal at International Airport
Kuwait will be launching an initial tender for construction of a second terminal at the international airport.
Residence permit of nearly 300,000 residents needs authentication
The authenticity of residence permit of nearly 300,000 residents in Kuwait will have to be verified by concerned authorities, reports Al-Watan, an Arabic daily.
Farwaniya constitutes largest number of expatriate population
According to results of 2011 census in Kuwait, Farwaniya governorate is home to largest number of expatriates in Kuwait, touching 602,346 in number.
Kuwait Ministry signs deals for infrastructure works
The Minister of public works in Kuwait, Dr.
Proposal to nationalize all government jobs in Kuwait within 1 year
It has been revealed that certain representatives of Popular Action Bloc (PAB), recently suggest implementation of a draft law to nationalize all government jobs in Kuwait within a year.
Kuwait to invest heavily on infrastructure expansion
A major Infrastructure Investment Summit on 26th March will see Ernst and Young, delivering an overview of US$7bn Kuwait Metropolitan Rapid Transit System (KMRT), it has been announced.
60 percent growth in hotel occupancy rates last year in Kuwait
Kuwait has witnessed a 60 percent growth in hotel occupancy in December 2011, marking a six point increase, a specialized economic report said.
Transfer of commercial and visit visas to work permits, now permissible
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour has permitted the transfer of commercial and visit visas to work permits, for those recruited by companies dealing with government projects and public establishments.
Opening of Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium emphasized
The Commission on Population and Urban Development emphasized that it is ready to assist those involved in the project of Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium to overcome any hurdles that hampers the opening of the Stadium.