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The City
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With a population exceeding four million, Jeddah is Saudi Arabia's second-largest city. Its rich history as a major port and commercial hub is evident in the diverse cosmopolitan mix of its people. Over the centuries, Jeddah has hosted millions of Muslim pilgrims on their way to Mecca and Medina, creating a vibrant blend of cultures, flavours, aromas, customs, and traditions. This melting pot is most vividly represented in Al-Balad, the historic Old Town, with its white coral buildings, winding souks, and ancient city gates.
Jeddah is also a city of enjoyment and luxury, offering fine dining, chic cafés, and exceptional shopping. It attracts the country’s elite, who come to savour its renowned seafood and embrace its more relaxed lifestyle.
The stunning Corniche embodies leisure, with its 35 kilometres of waterfront walkways where locals and visitors alike can enjoy sunset strolls, picnics on the grass, or lively gatherings at hotels and beach resorts.
Jeddah is also a city of enjoyment and luxury, offering fine dining, chic cafés, and exceptional shopping. It attracts the country’s elite, who come to savour its renowned seafood and embrace its more relaxed lifestyle.
The stunning Corniche embodies leisure, with its 35 kilometres of waterfront walkways where locals and visitors alike can enjoy sunset strolls, picnics on the grass, or lively gatherings at hotels and beach resorts.