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Kuwait's Islands
There are nine islands off the mainland coast which fall under its jurisdiction namely: Auhha, Bubyan, Failaka, Kubbar, Miskan,
Qaruh,Umm Al-Maradim, Umm Al-Naml, Warba.
Auhha : It lies to the south of Failaka island.
Bubyan : Located in the north-east of the Arabian Gulf, it is the largest island in area (863 square kilometres) and is linked to
the mainland by a metal concrete bridge. Kuwait’s cabinet recently approved a project to build a seaport on the island of
Bubyan, near the Iraqi border, as part of efforts to expand its economy. The port on the country’s largest island would “enhance
the role of Kuwait’s ports in international transportation” and satisfy the needs of economic openness. Kuwait whose economy is
dominated by oil revenues, hopes to become a commercial and financial centre in the region. Kuwait has four major ports on its
gulf coast. Bubyan would be the first port on an island.
Kubbar, Qaruh, Umm Al Maradim : They lie at the southern side of the Gulf. Large flocks of sea birds used to live there, but
regular visits to the island by people fond of shooting and swimming have caused a significant decrease in their number. Umm Al
Maradim island would soon become a security zone where a major coast guard base would be established.
Miskan : It lies to the north of Failaka island.
Umm Al Naml : It is located in the mouth of Kuwait bay. Many Islamic antiquities were found there. Near to it was Akkaz island
which has now been assimilated into Shuwaikh Port warehouses.
Warba : Located at the north extremity of the Gulf, it occupies an area of 37 square kilometres
Failaka : The island of Failaka which is pronounced 'Failacha' in the local dialect, is the most beautiful and most known of
Kuwait's island. It combines the ancient history of Kuwait, dating back to the early Stone Age, and the modern history of Kuwait
when the 'Utubs' settled in after their long journey, prior to their settlement on Kuwait's mainland in the late seventeenth century.
The island of Failaka lies 20km north east of Kuwait. It is 12 km long, 6 km wide and is flat, apart from a small hill thirty feet high
in the extreme western part, which contained 'Al Khader' shrine.
The island is linked to Kuwait city by a submarine pipeline, 21 km long, that provides its 6000 inhabitants with more than 100
million gallons of sweet water every year. Parallel to the submarine water pipeline there are three submarine power cable from
Kuwait city providing electrical energy to the island.
The island of Failaka is of special interest to Kuwaitis. Apart from its historical importance as a land of relics and ancient
civilizations, it has become a modern tourist attraction, keeping abreast with all aspects of modern progress. Everyday visitors
are carried from the mainland at Ras Al Ardh (Salmiya) to the island by ferry boats to relax and swim in its clear waters. Much of
their leisure time is spent at its huge Touristic complex, located in the southern part of Failaka, which contains a good number of
swimming pools, sports playgrounds and restaurants, as well as hundreds of conveniently furnished chalets with all amenities.
Qaruh,Umm Al-Maradim, Umm Al-Naml, Warba.
Auhha : It lies to the south of Failaka island.
Bubyan : Located in the north-east of the Arabian Gulf, it is the largest island in area (863 square kilometres) and is linked to
the mainland by a metal concrete bridge. Kuwait’s cabinet recently approved a project to build a seaport on the island of
Bubyan, near the Iraqi border, as part of efforts to expand its economy. The port on the country’s largest island would “enhance
the role of Kuwait’s ports in international transportation” and satisfy the needs of economic openness. Kuwait whose economy is
dominated by oil revenues, hopes to become a commercial and financial centre in the region. Kuwait has four major ports on its
gulf coast. Bubyan would be the first port on an island.
Kubbar, Qaruh, Umm Al Maradim : They lie at the southern side of the Gulf. Large flocks of sea birds used to live there, but
regular visits to the island by people fond of shooting and swimming have caused a significant decrease in their number. Umm Al
Maradim island would soon become a security zone where a major coast guard base would be established.
Miskan : It lies to the north of Failaka island.
Umm Al Naml : It is located in the mouth of Kuwait bay. Many Islamic antiquities were found there. Near to it was Akkaz island
which has now been assimilated into Shuwaikh Port warehouses.
Warba : Located at the north extremity of the Gulf, it occupies an area of 37 square kilometres
Failaka : The island of Failaka which is pronounced 'Failacha' in the local dialect, is the most beautiful and most known of
Kuwait's island. It combines the ancient history of Kuwait, dating back to the early Stone Age, and the modern history of Kuwait
when the 'Utubs' settled in after their long journey, prior to their settlement on Kuwait's mainland in the late seventeenth century.
The island of Failaka lies 20km north east of Kuwait. It is 12 km long, 6 km wide and is flat, apart from a small hill thirty feet high
in the extreme western part, which contained 'Al Khader' shrine.
The island is linked to Kuwait city by a submarine pipeline, 21 km long, that provides its 6000 inhabitants with more than 100
million gallons of sweet water every year. Parallel to the submarine water pipeline there are three submarine power cable from
Kuwait city providing electrical energy to the island.
The island of Failaka is of special interest to Kuwaitis. Apart from its historical importance as a land of relics and ancient
civilizations, it has become a modern tourist attraction, keeping abreast with all aspects of modern progress. Everyday visitors
are carried from the mainland at Ras Al Ardh (Salmiya) to the island by ferry boats to relax and swim in its clear waters. Much of
their leisure time is spent at its huge Touristic complex, located in the southern part of Failaka, which contains a good number of
swimming pools, sports playgrounds and restaurants, as well as hundreds of conveniently furnished chalets with all amenities.
