Geography
Kuwait is in Western Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 29.5, 45.75; it has Iraq, Saudi Arabia.
Neighboring countries: Iraq, Saudi Arabia
Asia
Kuwait
Kuwait is a country in Western Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Kuwait City
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Western Asia
- Population
- 4.9 million
- Area
- 17,818 km²
- Currency
- Kuwaiti dinar (KWD)
- Official language
- Arabic
- Calling code
- +965
- Internet TLD
- .kw
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
Kuwait map preview: 29.50, 45.75
People and Culture
Kuwait uses Arabic in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Kuwait varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Kuwait is recorded with the official name State of Kuwait. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Kuwait City
- Western Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Kuwait City
- Time zone data: UTC+03:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Kuwait is grouped under Asia.
- Kuwait has a listed area of 17,818 km².
- Kuwait is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Kuwait
What is the capital of Kuwait?
The capital of Kuwait is Kuwait City.
What continent is Kuwait in?
Kuwait is in Asia.
What currency does Kuwait use?
Kuwait uses the Kuwaiti dinar.
What language is spoken in Kuwait?
Arabic is listed for Kuwait in this database.