Question 1

How do I get to Jeddah?

Accepted Answer

King Abdulaziz International Airport ranks among the country's largest airports and is served multiple times daily from numerous international and domestic cities.

Question 2

What makes the old town of Al-Balad in Jeddah special?

Accepted Answer

The centuries-old, multi-story coral-stone houses with their elaborately carved wooden windows, known as rawasheen, testify to Jeddah's role as a historic port for pilgrims traveling to Mecca and have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Question 3

What does Jeddah's corniche offer?

Accepted Answer

The over 30-kilometer waterfront promenade on the Red Sea invites sunset strolls with parks, sculptures and the famous King Fahd Fountain, one of the tallest fountains in the world.

Question 4

Why is Jeddah good for diving in the Red Sea?

Accepted Answer

The pristine coral reefs off Jeddah's coast rank among the most species-rich diving areas in the world, with colorful fish schools and several well-preserved shipwrecks close to shore.

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