Introduction
Ta’if, a city less than 100 kilometers east of Makkah, sits at an altitude of 1800 meters in a valley on the eastern side of the Hejaz mountains. This millennia-old city lies at the crossroads of two of the most[...]
A dynamic Saudi city pleasant to live in
The Corniche
Jeddah, initially built on the bay, later expanded along the Red Sea shore, creating a seafront that has become the beating heart of Jeddah’s social life, known as the[...]
Jeddah’s Traditional Architecture
Jeddah, a city with a rich history, boasts a unique architectural heritage specific to the Hejaz region. Local artisans have elevated this traditional architecture to a refined art and[...]
In a country often perceived as remote and mysterious, Jeddah stands out as a vibrant seaport city with a rich tradition of global exchanges. This connectedness is highlighted by its Gamma+ ranking in 2012 by the Globalization and World[...]
One of the Five Pillars of Islam
Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Makkah, is one of the five pillars of Islam. It is a religious duty that every Muslim who is physically and financially able must undertake at least once in their lifetime. The[...]