best 10 things about jeddah
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Jeddah has always been a favorite staycation destination of mine in Saudi Arabia because it offers so many fun activities. There are so many fun things to do in Jeddah and each trip we discover something new. ... I always take her to Jeddah for a weekend, because nothing beats the Red Sea breezes and the Jeddah vibe.
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1. Step into the past with a visit to Al Balad
Al Balad literally translates to “the city” or “the town,” and it is Jeddah’s historical city center. Founded in the 7th century, Al Balad is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and can’t-miss destination for visitors. The maze-like streets are lined with old tower houses, hidden mosques, and open-air markets that are woven around small public squares.
You will want to make your way Bab al Makkah, or Makkah Gate, which has welcomed centuries of pilgrims as they made their way to Mecca. It is also worth making time to visit Naseef House, one of Al Balad’s famous coral houses that has been converted into a museum. The 106-room mansion was built in 1872 by Sheikh Omar Effendi Nassif who was governor of Jeddah at the time. Make note of the home’s wide ramps, which were designed to allow camels to deliver messages and supplies to all five floors of the house. Once you’ve gotten your fill of the historic architecture