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How well do you know the vibrant capital of Kuwait? Test your knowledge on its futuristic skyscrapers, ancient island ruins, and rich cultural heritage.
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Souq Al-Mubarakiya is one of the oldest markets in Kuwait, established before the discovery of oil. It is the perfect place to experience traditional trading, buy dates, and taste local street food. It famously survived damage during the 1990 invasion and was carefully restored to its classic look.
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Reaching a height of 412 meters, the Al Hamra Tower is an engineering marvel. Its asymmetrical design looks like a folded paper scroll, which helps reduce solar heat on the south-facing side. It is recognized globally as the tallest skyscraper made of carved concrete.
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Construction of the tower began before the Iraqi invasion of 1990 but was halted during the conflict. When the country was liberated, the structure was completed and renamed to mark the historic event. It stands at an impressive 372 meters, making it one of the tallest telecommunications towers in the world.
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Seif Palace is famous for being the traditional seat of the ruling Emir. Its most recognizable feature is the watchtower, which boasts a roof covered in pure gold leaf and features a grand clock. Although the main administrative offices have moved, the palace still holds great ceremonial value.
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Michel Écochard designed the museum as a representation of a traditional Arab mud-brick village, complete with interconnected buildings and shaded courtyards. Sadly, much of the museum's priceless collection was looted or damaged during the Gulf War, but it has since been partially restored.
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Sadu House is a historic building dedicated to the preservation of Al-Sadu, the traditional Bedouin weaving style. This craft uses sheep wool and camel hair to create geometric patterns of red, black, and white. The house itself is a beautiful example of early 20th-century Kuwaiti architecture.
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Located on the waterfront, the Scientific Center features a world-class aquarium containing a variety of marine life from the Arabian Gulf. It also includes an IMAX theater and a hands-on discovery place for kids. The building's architecture is inspired by traditional mud-brick designs and sailboat sails.
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Built in the late 19th century, this historic house served as the residence for Dame Violet Dickson and her husband Harold, a British political agent. Today, it is preserved as a museum showing how a British-Kuwaiti household looked in the early 20th century, containing rare photographs and archives.
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When Kuwait City expanded rapidly in 1957, the old mud-brick defensive wall was demolished to make room for modern roads. However, the five historic gates were preserved as national monuments. Today, they stand as beautiful reminders of the city's past, surrounded by green parks amidst the bustling modern traffic.
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Khalifa Qattan was a pioneering Kuwaiti artist who introduced the theory of Circulism in the 1960s, emphasizing the circle as a fundamental element of life and art. His former home in Kuwait City has been turned into the Mirror House, a stunning museum completely covered in intricate mirror mosaics created by his wife, Lidia.
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