Kuwait unveils incredible finds amid UAE antique show

(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) By Sulaiman Redha

SHARJAH, UAE, Oct 16 (KUNA) -- A rare antique discovered in Kuwait, which dates back to pre-historic periods, left spectators in awe as an archaeology expo chronicling discoveries in the Gulf state kicked off in the UAE emirate of Sharjah on Wednesday.
The Sharjah Museums Authority-hosted show, held in collaboration with Kuwait's National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters (NCCAL), has a wide array of antique masterpieces on display, including hunting equipment and crockery.
Kuwait makes it a point to attend such gatherings as part of efforts for "greater cultural exchange" with its Gulf neighbors, NCCAL's Assistant Secretary General Dr. Tahani Al-Adwani told KUNA.
The Kuwaiti collection comprises some 80 antique discoveries in the Gulf state over the years, all of which will remain on display at Sharjah museum up until April of next year, she added.
The rich history of the region is dotted with archaeological finds, Sharjah Museums Authority's secretary general Manal Atiya said, describing the expo as an attempt on UAE's part to preserve human civilization.
The expo, which also includes seminars and discussions, gives visitors the opportunity to acquaint themselves with Kuwait's profound history through archeological discoveries. (end) smr.aah.nam

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