Mikshat: Project revisits kashta tradition in modern, fun way

Mikshat: Project revisits kashta tradition in modern, fun way

By Ghadeer Ghloum

KUWAIT: ‘Kashta’ is a Kuwaiti tradition of enjoying picnics in the open desert away from the busy city life. A simple tradition that has stood the test of time, kashta is part of Kuwait’s heritage that has served as a getaway for people from the city, and in a way, maintained their connection to the land for generations. As part of Kuwait’s national holidays, the ministry of social affairs launched a project that revisits the kashta tradition but with a modern twist. Inspired by the word ‘kashta’, Mikshat is a unique entertainment and cultural project for the entire family that is happening for the first time in Kuwait to celebrate Kuwait’s heritage and national days.

Young Kuwaiti volunteers built the entire project within 40 days in a spectacular fashion, as Minister of Social Affairs Mai Al-Baghli highlighted during the event’s opening on Monday. She praised the youths’ role in volunteering to finalize this project, besides other society unions that supervised and supported this idea. She added the project is 100 percent local.

Visitors can enjoy several activities at the Mikshat site such as renting camps for the full kashta experience, attending folklore stage performances, enjoying a meal or coffee break