| Located on the coast of the Red Sea, Jeddah is a major urban center of western Saudi Arabia. Jeddah is the largest city in Makkah Province, and the second largest city in Saudi Arabia after the capital city, Riyadh. Considered as the principal gateway to Mecca, Jeddah is Islam's holiest city which able-bodied Muslims are required to visit at least once in their lifetime. Because of its ideal location near the Red Sea, plenty of beaches and resorts have developed in past few years. This is not all; many of the beaches and resorts have a collection of the preserved aquatic life and coral reefs which are a must see for the tourists. Plenty of other sightseeing attractions and museums in the city include Floating Mosque, Bicycle Square, The Shell Square, The Victorious Horse Square and The Makkah Gate.
Summers are the great time to visit the city when it organizes Jeddah Summer Tourism Festival. Cultural, religious and sports events organized in the festival keep visitors entertained. For shopaholics Balad is the right place to go. A vibrant marketplace, Balad showcase many specialized markets. Be it spices, perfumes, electronics or any other items, you will get it all here. With so many things to see and do, Jeddah is a great destination to visit. |
