Kuwait is full of attractions that invited guests of varied age and tastes from all over the world. Few of the `must visit` places in Kuwait City include:

The Liberation Tower:A great symbol of the Kuwaiti liberation, the Liberation Tower, at 372 meters, is one of the tallest telecommunication towers in the whole world. The tower houses a public communications center, a restaurant and a revolving observation area. The tower`s 18 elevators are also amongst the fastest in the world.

National Museum:Lying close to the National Assemble, the National Museum comprises of 4 buildings and a planetarium. The museum is home to the Al Sabah collection of Islamic art, which is the most comprehensive collection of Islamic art in the world. Also on display are the pearl-diving relics, ethnographic artifacts and archaeological material from excavations on Failaka Islands.

The Kuwait Towers:The Kuwait Towers, situated on the Arabian Gulf Street in Dasman, is one of the most visited landmarks in the country. The tower features a revolving observation area and a restaurant which can be reached with the help of high-speed lifts.

Failaka Island:Once devastated by the Gulf war, the Failaka Island is only inhabited by the soldiers. From 4th century BC onwards, Greeks have lived on this island for two centuries. At the center of the island lies a temple which is the main attraction along with the Bronze Age ruins that are open for public.

For the un-initiated, Kuwait city is the best way to gain an entry into the Muslim world. Traveling to the city is also an excellent way to look beyond the extravagant richness and discover the traditional Arabic hospitality.

Budget Hotels:Catering to travelers of varied tastes and budgets, budget hotels in Kuwait City can be found at strategic locations all around the city. The El Noray Executive Apartments, located in the heart of Salmiya, offer comfortable accommodation in the form of one bedroom apartments or large suites. Close to the renowned shopping complexes and located in the city`s commercial district, the Oasis Hotel is a perfect choice for the business travelers. Amongst other budget hotels in the city, the Shiik Hotel & Resort and Al Bastaki International Hotel are quite a favorite of the international travelers.

Luxury Hotels:For those ready to be thrifty, there`s no dearth of luxury hotels in Kuwait City that offer every possible service and amenity for their discerning guests. Located at the Fahed Al Salem Street, the Le Meridien Tower Kuwait Hotel is a landmark five star hotel overlooking the Gulf coast. The Radisson Blu Hotel is a super luxury facility that is located right next to a beach. Other five star properties worth a mention include JW Marriott Hotel, Movenpick Hotel, The Palms Beach Hotel & Spa, Safir Marina Hotel, Crowne Plaza Kuwait, The Regency, Ramada Kuwait Hotel and Sheraton Hotel.

A passport valid for at least 6 months is required by all nationals traveling to Kuwait City.

Nationals of USA, Australia, Canada and Britain can obtain a visa on arrival which is valid for 30 days, for both tourism and business purposes. EU nationals too are eligible for the same with the exception of Estonia, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Latvia, Lithuania, Hungary, Poland, Malta, Romania, Slovak Republic and Slovenia.

March is often considered to be the best month to travel to Kuwait City. Weather wise, it is a very comfortable month with occasional showers that offsets the prevailing heat. November to April, just before and after summers, is the ideal time to explore this city.

Kuwait enjoy s warm and tropical climate all through the year. Summer months from April to September are particularly hot with the average temperature reaching as high as 45 degree Celsius. November to February are cooler months with the average temperature hovering around 15 degree Celsius. Precipitation is the highest between the months of October and April. Intense sandstorms can be experienced during June and July.

Currency:The official currency of Kuwait is Kuwaiti dinar (KD). A large number of money changers are found in the city who can exchange all major currencies for the travelers. Travelers checks can easily be exchanged at banks.

Language:The official language of Kuwait is Arabic. English is also widely spoken and understood in the city. Other prominent languages spoken in Kuwait City include Persian, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Punjabi, Urdu, Bengali and Filipino.