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Kuwait - Al Jahra

Al Jahra 

was once dominated by agricultural land and began as a small oasis village. Historically it became known as a notable trading point for camels and a stopping place on the way to Kuwait City. It gradually grew into a town along the historic Kuwait Red Fort. Al Jahra was the site of the Battle of Jahra in 1920, a conflict between Kuwaiti and Saudi forces. Today, there is a national monument commemorating the battle. The conflict was settled in 1922 when King Abdul Aziz al-Saud recognized the independence of Kuwait in exchange for territory. (Source: Wikipedia)

Kuwait- Fatima Mosque

Fatima Mosque in Kuwait

Sheikha Fatima Mosque, the mosque located in the suburb of Abdullah Al-Salem is considered an architectural masterpiece radiate hope and faith, hangs throughout the year, especially with lights In the month of Ramadan to welcome thousands of worshipers, and remain a witness outstanding design and conical dome unique overlap of Islamic art.