1. Pearl Diving was one of the main occupations of Kuwait in the early days, before the huge oil reserve was discovered. Pearling proved to be very beneficial for the economy of Kuwait.

2. Pearl Diving has become an integral part of the Kuwaiti culture. Pearling was a major source of wealth. Moreover, the Kuwait Pearl Diving also reflects an important aspect of the Kuwaiti culture.

3. Fifty years ago Kuwait was self sufficient in marine foods and, despite a 20-fold increase in population, fishing still provides 50% of the country’s seafood requirements. But stocks are being depleted through overfishing and the breeding grounds are being polluted by increased sediment due to marsh-draining in southern Iraq. The Kuwaitis used to travel to the harbors of the Gulf and the Indian Ocean to transport goods and conduct trade, which was known as traveling.

4. Kuwaiti merchants would sail to distant locations in locally built sailing dhows. Many were involved in pearl diving, boat building and general trading. Fishing provided an essential food for the locals.