The inside is not flashy, but that only adds to the feeling you get from the outside. It would seem opulent, or too distracting, to adorn the inside with immaculate decorations when the real purpose of the building is religious ceremony. You can feel the energy that was spent purely on prayer and congregation, and not on interior design. Of course, there are many other palaces and mosques in the city inspired by similar architectural thought, and while none are as significant as the Grand Mosque, others may be more picturesque.
The Iam Baqir mosque, for example, is decorated by color and pulsating effect. Somewhere in between the deeply religious, yet multi-ethnic, history of Kuwait, and its more recent history of Westernization driven by their economics for the future, lies the history of the Bedouin people. These people are a nomadic Arab group who inhabited Kuwait, among many other countries.
Their most significant landmark in Kuwait is the Sadu House, built to protect and consolidate the culture of the Bedouins. This is a place where Bedouins still live, but also where a large part of their regional history is preserved. Their ancestors were passionate about Sadu weaving — dying, spinning, and coloring wool into geometric patterns — and modern-day Bedouins offer a glimpse into their craft at the Sadu House.
The Kuwait Towers are an imposing monument. Standing at feet, they rank among the tallest towers in the world and serve as a testament to the progress of Kuwait as a country. Visitors can enjoy the sights of the towers from almost anywhere in the city, but to find them up close and personal, you have to witness them at the ground level. There, you may also want to catch a glimpse of the city and the restaurants located inside of these towers. The three towers have a peculiar, bulb-shaped design.
They were originally also functioning as water towers, and one of them still holds some reserve water for the city. Kuwait gets paltry amount of rain water throughout the year, which is very common to the region.
Image source, Getty Images. Internet use is among the highest in the region. Read full media profile. A multi-national force came to Kuwait's aid during the 'Desert Storm' offensive to expel Iraqi invaders in Read full timeline. Related Topics. BBC Arabic. The best season to travel is during spring when the weather is cool and pleasant. Other numerous attractions such as excellent museums, modern shopping complexes, and marinas can be found in Kuwait.
These are some of the common travel spots that are frequently visited. Photo by www. The Grand Mosque, locally referred to as Al-Masjid Al-Kabir is located in the heart of Kuwait City, it is the largest mosque in Kuwait covering a total area of 46, square meters. This Mosque can accommodate up to 12, worshippers both in the main hall and the courtyard. Making it the official mosque of Kuwait and all official religious celebrations are held here.
The Grand Mosque has become one of Kuwait's most treasured sightseeing landmarks due to its international recognition from Its Islamic architecture. They offer a free 5 pm English excursions every day. There is a special gathering area where you will be picked by a guide. The best time for sightseeing around the mosque if on Friday during Jomaa prayers. You get to enjoy the rituals and activities.
The Kuwait Towers comprises of three narrow towers with their distinctive blue-green sequins. The tallest of the three rises to a height of meters. This tower also has a two-level revolving observation deck a cafe and a gift shop. Making it an ideal sightseeing spot. The lower globe on the tallest tower is used as a water reservoir.
The middle tower is also used for water storage, while the smallest tower is used to supply electricity for some areas in Kuwait City and the two major towers.
An entry ticket to visit the towers is very cheap costing about KWT 3 per person. The Tareq Rajab Museum is situated underneath a large residential home. It has a vast collection of items for sightseeing that have been collected over the last fifty years. The building is easily identified by its unique entrance that features a carved wooden doorway flanked by two smaller doors on each side.
Entry to the museum is just 2 KD per person, that is payable on entry. The museum is open all through the week however, the timings are morning and evening only and mornings only for Friday. Only part of the museum is open to the public for sightseeing as it has been under reconstruction for the past decade. The museum is also flexible as not many tourists frequent the site since the constructions began.
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