Kuwait is a sovereign Arab emirate which is bordered by Saudi Arabia. It is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system. In terms of land area, it is one of the smallest countries in the world and the Arabian Desert covers the most of it. One of the richest oil fields is found here in Kuwait. There are some major industries including desalination, shipping, construction, cement and other financial services. There are many things to talk about in this city; however, the beautiful Kuwait water towers are really amazing structures which they have made.
In the year 1976, the water storage and distribution system received an increment. 33 towers were built by the Ministry of Electricity and Water combining the storage competence of more than 100'000 cubic metres. These water towers in Kuwait were opened in 1979 and it has become one of the most impressive landmarks of the city. These water towers are located off the Arabian Gulf Road within the city. These towers were designed as a set comprising of three towers, out of which two towers are for water storage and one out of them is for lightning.
These high reinforced concrete structures are quiet amazingly designed and the foremost tower is 185 m high carrying two spheres. The capacity of 400 m3 capacity of water is stored in the lower larger sphere. Apart from this the tower features a restaurant, an indoor garden and a banquet hall. A scenic lookout platform is created in the upper smaller sphere along with a snuck-bar with movable floor. Another tower carries only one concrete sphere and is 145 meters high.
The third tower which is a lighthouse is 11.60 m high and this complete architectural set is illuminated with floodlights. Other important characteristics include:
· The finishing of the top of the conical shaped towers is done in the shape of a needle.
· Flaring materials have been used in construction of the structures which shines all day long.
· Concrete spheres are lined with plasticized aluminum plates.
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