Kuwait Towers beside the Arabian Gulf, a famous landmark of Kuwait — **Discover Kuwait Through Its Currency**
Six banknotes and the landmarks behind their designs.

6 Famous Landmarks Featured on Kuwaiti Banknotes

Have you ever looked closely at the Kuwaiti dinar notes you use every day? Their designs reflect Kuwait’s architecture, national institutions, history and cultural identity.

The sixth issue of Kuwaiti banknotes entered circulation on 29 June 2014. Explore the six denominations and learn about the landmarks represented on them.

Did You Know?

Kuwaiti banknotes offer a glimpse into the country’s architecture, heritage and national identity.

1. Quarter Kuwaiti Dinar — Liberation Tower

Liberation Tower is one of Kuwait City’s best-known telecommunications landmarks. Its tall structure is a prominent feature of the skyline and represents Kuwait’s modern development.

Liberation Tower telecommunications landmark rising above Kuwait City — **Liberation Tower, Kuwait City**
A prominent telecommunications landmark in Kuwait.
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Front of the official sixth-issue quarter Kuwaiti dinar banknote — **Quarter Kuwaiti Dinar Banknote**
The quarter-dinar denomination from Kuwait’s sixth banknote issue.
Official Central Bank of Kuwait source

2. Half Kuwaiti Dinar — Kuwait Towers

Kuwait Towers are among the country’s most recognisable architectural symbols. Located beside the Arabian Gulf, they are famous for their distinctive spherical design and are a popular attraction.

Kuwait Towers beside the Arabian Gulf in Kuwait City — **Kuwait Towers**
An iconic architectural landmark overlooking the Arabian Gulf.
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Front of the official sixth-issue half Kuwaiti dinar banknote — **Half Kuwaiti Dinar Banknote**
The half-dinar denomination from the sixth banknote issue.
Official Central Bank of Kuwait source

3. One Kuwaiti Dinar — The Grand Mosque

The Grand Mosque, also known as Al-Masjid Al-Kabir, is an important religious and architectural landmark in Kuwait City. It is known for its large dome, spacious prayer halls and Islamic architectural design.

Exterior of the Grand Mosque Al-Masjid Al-Kabir in Kuwait City — **The Grand Mosque, Kuwait City**
A prominent religious and architectural landmark in Kuwait.
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Front of the official sixth-issue one Kuwaiti dinar banknote — **One Kuwaiti Dinar Banknote**
The one-dinar denomination from the sixth banknote issue.
Official Central Bank of Kuwait source

4. Five Kuwaiti Dinars — Central Bank of Kuwait

The Central Bank of Kuwait plays an important role in the country’s monetary system and financial stability. Its headquarters represents the financial institutions that support Kuwait’s economy.

Central Bank of Kuwait headquarters building — **Central Bank of Kuwait**
An important institution in Kuwait’s financial system.
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Front of the official sixth-issue five Kuwaiti dinar banknote — **Five Kuwaiti Dinar Banknote**
The five-dinar denomination from the sixth banknote issue.
Official Central Bank of Kuwait source

5. Ten Kuwaiti Dinars — National Assembly Building

The Kuwait National Assembly Building houses the country’s parliament. Its distinctive architecture makes it an important national landmark and a symbol of Kuwait’s parliamentary institutions.

Aerial photograph of the Kuwait National Assembly Building in Kuwait City — **Kuwait National Assembly Building**
The building where Kuwait’s parliament meets.
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Front of the official sixth-issue ten Kuwaiti dinar banknote — **Ten Kuwaiti Dinar Banknote**
The ten-dinar denomination from the sixth banknote issue.
Official ten-dinar banknote details

6. Twenty Kuwaiti Dinars — Seif Palace

Seif Palace is a historic building associated with Kuwait’s leadership and government. It appears on the front of the twenty-dinar banknote. The reverse features imagery reflecting Kuwait’s maritime heritage.

Historic Seif Palace in Kuwait City — **Seif Palace, Kuwait City**
A historic symbol of Kuwait’s leadership and national heritage.
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Front of the official sixth-issue twenty Kuwaiti dinar banknote — **Twenty Kuwaiti Dinar Banknote**
The twenty-dinar denomination from the sixth banknote issue.
Official twenty-dinar banknote details

Discover the History Behind Kuwaiti Currency

Kuwaiti banknotes are more than everyday currency. Their designs reflect the country’s landmarks, cultural identity, economic achievements and national heritage.

From Kuwait Towers to Seif Palace, each denomination offers a glimpse into Kuwait’s story. The next time you hold a Kuwaiti dinar, take a closer look at the details on the note.

Official Reference:
Central Bank of Kuwait — Sixth Issue Banknotes