Jahra nature reserve: A new touristic attraction
Soft opening today; official opening in February
KUWAIT: As state authorities try to expand touristic options, the Jahra nature reserve is slated to become the new touristic attraction that would provide relaxation and leisure for visitors. The nature reserve, which was subjected to years of environmental rehabilitation, is situated 19 kilometers west of Kuwait Bay and it is considered one of the most biologically diverse locations in the country with various species of animals, birds, and fish dwelling there.
Director General of the Environment Public Authority (EPA) Sheikh Abdullah Al-Humoud Al-Sabah said that the soft opening of the nature reserve today would gauge the capabilities of the location before the official opening for the public next February.
Students from different educational levels, top officials of the state and environmental enthusiasts will be among the first to experience the Jahra nature reserve, said Sheikh Abdullah Al-Humoud, adding that the reserve will be opened throughout the year; however, it will be able to receive a certain capacity of visitors. Entry fees will be determined soon, but people with special needs will be exempted from paying, affirmed the official.
Meanwhile, head of the marine environment department at EPA Dr Fahad Al-Ajmi said that the nature reserve consisted of various kinds of fish, animals, and birds. He added that the reserve’s facilities would be subjected for expansions as the authority sees it fit. The various buildings provide educational and technical information to the visitors of the reserve.