Kuwait Towers

Kuwait Towers is a complex of three reinforced concrete structures on a promontory overlooking the Persian Gulf, with the tallest tower rising 187 meters and carrying two spheres clad in steel discs. The complex combines water reservoirs with observation decks and dining facilities inside a single architectural form.

Construction began in 1971 and finished in 1976, during a period of rapid change following the nation's independence. The project sought to address practical needs while shaping the emerging public face of the city.

The towers combine essential infrastructure with public space, allowing visitors to dine while watching the city turn slowly beneath them. The design reflects Kuwait's approach to modern development, where utility and civic life share the same structure.

The main structure opens across several floors, including a café that rotates once every thirty minutes. It is best visited in the late afternoon, when the light softens over the water.

The spheres carry more than 41,000 enameled steel discs arranged in spiral patterns that reflect differently as the day progresses. From many points in the city, these geometric forms remain clearly visible.

Location: Kuwait City

Architects: Sune Lindström, Malene Bjørn

Height: 187 m

Made from material: reinforced concrete

Website: http://kuwaittowers.com

GPS coordinates: 29.39000,48.00306

Latest update: December 12, 2025 02:05