Capital Governorate, Administrative division in Kuwait.
Description
The Capital Governorate is an administrative region in Kuwait's core area with industrial zones, port areas, and several offshore islands. It connects urban zones with economic centers and government buildings.
History
The governorate was established in 1962 as one of Kuwait's first administrative divisions following the nation's independence. It developed into a center for trade, government, and finance.
Culture
The governorate houses traditional souks and museums that display daily life and heritage of Kuwait. Visitors can experience local craftsmanship and cultural customs of the nation directly here.
Practical
The area is connected through a road network that links major districts and provides access to business zones and public services. Orientation works best by following the ring roads to navigate through different sections.
Did you know?
The area holds the primary stock exchange and numerous major banks that represent the nation's economic strength. These financial institutions shape the cityscape and show Kuwait's trading importance globally.
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Kuwait Towers
3.6 km
Al Hamra Tower
2 km
Sheikh Jaber al-Ahmad al-Sabah Causeway
6.6 km
Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Cultural Centre
2.2 kmKuwait Motor Town
51.1 km
Grand Mosque
416 mAl Shaheed Park
1.6 km
Kuwait National Assembly Building
1.4 km
Seif Palace
1.8 km
Kuwait Liberation Tower
389 mSheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre
6.6 km
Kuwait Water Towers
4.1 km
Kuwait Entertainment City
15.8 km
Bayan Palace
9 km
Arraya Tower
1.7 km
Kuwait National Museum
1.3 km
Kuwait Zoo
7.5 km
The Scientific Center
11 kmSquare Capital Tower
2.3 km
Sadu House
1.4 km
Grand Mosque of Kuwait
1.8 km
Al-Sadaqua Walsalam Stadium
4.2 kmTareq Rajab Museum
1.4 km
Holy Family Cathedral, Kuwait
1.8 km
Sabah Al Salem Stadium
2.4 kmMuseum of Modern Art
1.4 km
Ali Al-Salem Al-Sabah Stadium
11.7 kmImam Baqir Mosque
416 m
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