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00:00Oil, Reserves to High Value Currency, 10 Interesting Facts about Kuwait
00:10Kuwait's oil reserves.
00:11Kuwait has the sixth largest oil reserves globally, forming the base of its economy
00:16and contributing to a high standard of living.
00:21Kuwaiti Dinar
00:22The Kuwaiti Dinar is one of the world's strongest currencies, reflecting the country's economic
00:27strength.
00:28One dinar equals approximately 270, 5.58 Indian rupees.
00:36Kuwait's Expat Population
00:38Over two-thirds of Kuwait's population are expats, with many coming from India, Egypt
00:43and the Philippines.
00:47Ancient Kuwait
00:48Human settlements in Kuwait date back to 4,500 BC, linked to Mesopotamia by ancient trade
00:56routes.
00:59British Rule in Kuwait
01:00Kuwait became a British protectorate in 1890 and gained independence in 1961.
01:12Robot Camel Jockeys
01:13Camel racing is popular in Kuwait.
01:16Since 2005, remote-controlled robot jockeys have replaced child jockeys.
01:24Kuwait Towers
01:25The Kuwait Towers offer panoramic city views and house restaurants.
01:31Water Scarcity in Kuwait
01:33Kuwait has no rivers and faces water scarcity, relying on desalination for drinking water.
01:42Kuwait and UNESCO
01:44Kuwait is among the few countries without a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
01:48Its proper is on the tentative list.
01:54Kuwait's Arid Climate
01:55Kuwait has an arid climate with minimal rainfall, hot summers and a short winter season.