Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi inaugurated today the Kuwait Geopark project in the north of Kuwait Bay, marking a major step in promoting the country’s geological, historical, and cultural heritage. The initiative is also aimed at developing cultural and educational tourism.

Speaking to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) and Kuwait State Television during the opening, Minister Al-Mutairi said the project reflects the political leadership’s focus on national initiatives and the Ministry of Information’s strategy of collaboration with civil society, government institutions, and the private sector.

He highlighted that the Geopark “contributes to providing comprehensive information about humans and the land, and confirms that this land is of geological importance. We are not satisfied with the educational aspect, but we contribute greatly to revitalizing the tourism sector.”

The minister emphasized the value of institutional partnerships, noting, “Our partnership with Kuwait Oil Company contributed to the implementation of this project in record time, and today we are giving all institutions the opportunity to contribute with us in developing the project from one stage to the next.”

Al-Mutairi also pointed out that the project “presents Kuwait’s identity, highlights the craftsmanship aspect, provides important information, and enhances the tourism aspect with the availability of all services. The private sector in the project also provides developed services that support the revitalization of the tourism aspect.”

The project is currently in a trial operation phase, with public visits scheduled to start on January 7. Visitors can make bookings from January 4 via the Visit Kuwait platform. During this period, guests will have the opportunity to provide suggestions and feedback to further develop the site.

The minister added, “We are working to strengthen the unification of efforts, and all government agencies are present, including the Ministry of Interior, the Fire Force, the Ministry of Health, and Kuwait Municipality. The Ministry of Public Works has also implemented many infrastructures works for this project, which has transformed from a geological area only into an integrated tourist area.”

The Kuwait Geopark is a national initiative overseen by the Ministry of Information and implemented by Kuwait Oil Company in partnership with the Kuwait Society for Earth Sciences and the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters.

It aims to consolidate Kuwait’s position as a global tourist destination in geology, archaeology, and natural and human heritage, functioning as an open museum that reflects the country’s historical and geological depth.

Located in a region of significant historical and environmental value, the Geopark is linked to archaeological sites dating back to ancient civilizations of the Arabian Gulf, giving the project a rich historical and cultural dimension.

The initiative also seeks to develop ecotourism and geological tourism as a promising economic sector, helping diversify national income, protect natural and geological heritage, preserve biodiversity, and raise community awareness of earth and environmental sciences through education, interactive experiences, and research.

The first phase of the Geopark covers 20 square kilometers, while the second phase will expand over 1,000 square kilometers.

The project features a wide range of facilities, including geological and heritage activities, cafes, restaurants, craft shops, and a stargazing platform, making it a unique desert-themed tourist destination in Kuwait.