Feb 25, 2021
Kuwait National Day 2021
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Today’s Doodle celebrates Kuwait’s 60th National Day in honor of the day in 1950 when Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah became Emir of the State of Kuwait. Today is recognized as a time to celebrate the centuries of progress that define Kuwait’s rich history.
Kuwait was first inhabited as a small fishing village in 1613. Little did these early groups know that their modest maritime trading post was home to resources much more valuable than pearls and fish! In 1938, vast oil reserves were found in the region, a discovery which fueled the country’s evolution to become an international business hub, now home to over 4 million people.
As Kuwait first began as a fishing port, it’s no surprise that seafood is a staple of many of the nation’s widely known and celebratory dishes. One of Kuwait’s most beloved meals to recognize today’s festivities is Mutabbaq Samak, traditionally made with fried pomfret (a local fish) atop a savory bed of rice.
Along with tasty meals, Kuwaitis traditionally honor National Day by livening the streets with white, red, black, and green decorations—pan-Arab colors found on the country’s flag, which is depicted in the Doodle artwork.
Happy National Day, Kuwait!
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