Jeddah, also known as the Bride of the Red Sea, is a coastal city in Saudi Arabia. It is renowned for its rich history and diverse culture, serving as a gateway for Muslim pilgrims traveling to perform Hajj in Mecca. Jeddah is characterized by a blend of traditional and modern architecture.
Key tourist attractions:
Historic Jeddah (Al-Balad)
Historic Jeddah is a city that flourished after the advent of Islam, known for its mosques, neighborhoods, and markets. The history of Jeddah back to the pre-Islamic era. In the Islamic era, Caliph Uthman ibn Affan, may Allah be pleased with him, designated it as the port for Mecca in the year 26 AH / 647 AD. This made it easier and safer for sea pilgrims to reach their destination.
Tayebat Museum
It is the Al-Tayibat City Museum for Science and Knowledge in Jeddah, which narrates 14 centuries of history representing Islamic civilizations and the Islamic East through 365 exhibition halls.
Jeddah Corniche
Jeddah Corniche is located on the western part of the city of Jeddah, overlooking the Red Sea coast, and stretches for 110 kilometers. It is distinguished by the abundance of international hotels, shopping centers, amusement parks, and gardens. It is adorned by the Jeddah Fountain and features a beautiful coral reef that is unique to this corniche.
Bayada Island
Bayada Island is known as the "Maldives of Jeddah" due to its clear turquoise waters, soft white sands, colorful coral reefs, and a unique variety of fish and marine life. The refreshing atmosphere resembles that of the Maldives, which led the locals to give it this nickname.
Obhur
Obhur Bay, also known as Obhur Creek or Al-Kurayat, is one of the northern beaches of Jeddah, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The creek is located north of the city, less than 30 kilometers from its historic old center.
Rabigh
Rabigh is a Saudi Arabian governorate and the administrative center of Rabigh Governorate, which belongs to the Makkah Province. It is located on the eastern coast of the Red Sea, between the cities of Jeddah and Yanbu, and is approximately 140 kilometers north of Jeddah.
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