Kuwait is a country in Middle East, Asia with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Kuwait that most people don't know.
Kuwait's currency — the Kuwaiti Dinar — is the world's highest-valued currency unit. The country sits on 6% of the world's oil reserves despite being smaller than New Jersey.
The Kuwaiti Dinar is the world's highest-valued currency.
Kuwait has the world's 6th largest oil reserves.
Kuwait was liberated from Iraqi occupation in 1991 by a US-led coalition.
Kuwait City has one of the most modern skylines in the Middle East.
Kuwait's currency — the Kuwaiti Dinar — is the world's highest-valued currency unit. The country sits on 6% of the world's oil reserves despite being smaller than New Jersey.
Kuwait is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
The iconic three towers on the Gulf — symbol of Kuwait's oil wealth and modernity
One of the largest mosques in the Gulf, accommodating 10,000 worshippers
A memorial to Kuwait's resistance fighters who died defending their homes in 1991
A historically rich island with Bronze Age ruins and Greek-era remains off Kuwait City
Kuwait's currency — the Kuwaiti Dinar — is the world's highest-valued currency unit. The country sits on 6% of the world's oil reserves despite being smaller than New Jersey.
The capital of Kuwait is Kuwait City.
Kuwait has a population of approximately 4.3M.
The official language of Kuwait is Arabic.
Kuwait gained independence in 1961.
Kuwait uses the Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD).