Al Ahmadi
Al Ahmadi is a town founded in 1946 with the discovery of oil there, located in Al Ahmadi Governorate, Kuwait.
History of Al Ahmadi
Al Ahmadi, situated in the southern region of Kuwait, stands as a vital district housing the headquarters of both the Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC) and the Kuwait Oil Company (KOC), alongside numerous refineries.
Encompassing an area of 60 square kilometers, Al Ahmadi serves as the capital of the eponymous Kuwait province, named in honor of Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, who governed the province from 1921 to 1956.
Following the discovery of oil in the region, Al Ahmadi witnessed an influx of British and Indian expatriates, shaping its urban landscape with American-style layouts and British-inspired preferences. The town’s meticulously planned roads intersect at right angles, with buildings gracing the sea-facing hill slopes in proximity to the coast.
Divided into distinct sections – North, South, East, and West – Al Ahmadi offers a diverse array of amenities and recreational facilities. The northern region features prominent residential areas and hosts the renowned Hubara recreational club, along with the Kuwait Golf Club Course.
Initially developed post-1946 to support the burgeoning oil field, Al Ahmadi serves as the nerve center of the Kuwait Oil Company, with pipelines connecting it to Mīnāʾ al-Aḥmadī, an essential port on the Persian Gulf coast. Despite facing significant challenges during the Persian Gulf War, including the sabotage of oil wells by Iraqi forces in 1991, Al Ahmadi has since undergone extensive restoration and repair efforts.
Today, Al Ahmadi boasts lush gardens and an array of sports facilities, including a football stadium where local teams compete. With a population of approximately 18,926 as of 2005, Al Ahmadi stands as a testament to Kuwait’s industrial prowess and resilient spirit in the face of adversity.
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