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Jahra, also referred to as Al Jahra, is the capital of Al Jahra Governorate, Kuwait. It is home to the historic Kuwaiti Red Fort, the site of the 1920 Battle of Jahra.
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Also known as the Red Palace, this historic fort and museum was the site of the 1920 Battle of Jahra, which took place during the Kuwait-Najd War.
One of the best Kuwaiti restaurants in Jahra. The chicken majbous and lamb ribs are highly recommended.
A model hotel with 261 rooms. Has an outdoor pool and alcohol-free sports bar.
A budget shopping mall in Jahra with a range of shops, grocery stores, restaurants cafes, toy stores and an ice skating rink.
Jahra is 32 km west of Kuwait City and is reachable by driving along Jahra Rd/Route 80. There is also a frequent bus service from Maliya Bus Station in Kuwait City to Al Jahra Hospital, which takes around one hour.
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