Interesting Facts about Kuwait |
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| Learn about the geography, history, people, climate, government, economy, politics, military, and other aspects of Kuwait. We have nine pages of interesting Kuwait facts & figures: on everything from transportation and communications systems to natural hazards to transitional issues facing .Kuwait. When you hear another country being discussed on the news, visit WorldCountries.info and gets the facts. |
| Area |
total: 17,820 sq km land: 17,820 sq km water: 0 sq km |
| Climate |
dry desert; intensely hot summers; short, cool winters |
| Population |
2,505,559 note: includes 1,291,354 non-nationals (July 2007 est.) |
| Languages |
Arabic (official), English widely spoken |
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Kuwait Tourism Services Company
From a nation of pearl divers and spice merchants to one of the world's largest oil exporters, Kuwait has undergone many exciting transformations. A cosmopolitan and modern society that still pays homage to it's heritage and traditions, it is a country of exciting enigmas and colorful contradictions. From the warm waters of the gulf to the mysteries of the desert, and from the traditional Arabian markets to opulent shopping malls, Kuwait is a dynamic and diverse country. With so much to offer and more left to discover.
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CIA World Factbook Description of Kuwait |
| Britain oversaw foreign relations and defense for the ruling Kuwaiti AL-SABAH dynasty from 1899 until independence in 1961. Kuwait was attacked and overrun by Iraq on 2 August 1990. Following several weeks of aerial bombardment, a US-led, UN coalition began a ground assault on 23 February 1991 that liberated Kuwait in four days. Kuwait spent more than $5 billion to repair oil infrastructure damaged during 1990-91. The AL-SABAH family has ruled since returning to power in 1991, and reestablished an elected legislature that in recent years has become increasingly assertive. |
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