Persian Gulf skyline of distinctive towers
Kuwait's capital is wealthy, modern, conservative — Kuwait Towers, the Avenues mega-mall, and Souq Al-Mubarakiya for a taste of pre-oil traditional life.




Signature local dishes worth seeking out.
Rent a car (essential); taxis.
Friday is the holy day — most shops closed till 4pm.
Very safe.
Dry country — late-night cafés and shopping malls.