Last year I published a post where I commented how difficult was having a walk in Kuwait, where there are almost no proper sidewalks and it seems that all the routes are made for vehicles, not for pedestrians. But still, there are some “oasis” within this desert of roads, concrete and dusty streets. One of these remarkable places is Al Shaheed park, very frequented these spring days.
Al Shaheed park was inaugurated in 2015 and, with more than 30 hectares, it is the biggest one in the country. It contains, besides running paths and one lake, two museums, a conference centre, some shops, restaurants and an aviary for migratory birds. On the other hand, there are several interesting samples of modern sculpture and architecture. There is also space to remember the historic legacy of Kuwait, with a replica of the old city gates and a model of the ancient town. In somehow, the coordinator of the architectural project of the park, Ricardo Camacho, from Portugal, have created a modern and sustainable place, but without forgetting the Kuwaiti cultural roots.
I have been trice in this place and I would like to come back there more often. It is a optimal spot to disconnect and thinking that maybe Kuwait is not so bad place for living. However, it is better to visit it during weekdays to enjoy the most. Here you can visit the official website with all the information about the park and all the events and activities there:http://alshaheedpark.com
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