Joanna James
Saudi Arabia's second-largest city, Jeddah lies on the coast of the Red Sea, close to the sacred Mecca. It has plenty of interest for its visitors, from museums and historical sites to contemporary attractions – plus an incredible amount of Guinness World Records to the city's name!
Jeddah is home to a range of theme parks. Al Shallal Theme Park is a theme park for all ages, featuring thrilling rides, boat rides, an arcade, a skating rink, shopping malls, restaurants and more. It opens each day from 4:30 pm till 1 am. Another favourite found on Corniche Road is Atallah Happy Land Park. It is among the biggest theme parks in the city. You can find no end to the number of things to do here, including having fun on roller coasters, playing video games, rock climbing, and ice skating. Further attractions include a musical fountain, a 6-D cinema and tons of food options.
Velvety white sand and a stunning turquoise sea await you at Silver Sands Beach near the Red Sea. To access this private beach, however, visitors have to pay USD 40. But the price includes washrooms, changing rooms, beach chairs and sun loungers. A small cafe serves light meals and drinks. It can get crammed with beach lovers on the weekends, so this beach is best visited on weekdays, especially for snorkelling and diving.
You will come across this spectacular creation near the periphery of another famous attraction in Jeddah, the Corniche, a 30-kilometre expanse of beach land with plenty of tourist attractions. The mosque's design incorporates classic Islamic art and architecture but uses contemporary lighting and sound system during worship. The mosque is located near the Red Sea, and the high tide creates an illusion of a floating mosque. The best time to visit is during sunrise and sunset when the sunlight pours through the stained glass windows, creating a magical illuminating effect. It is a sight not to be missed! If you're looking for a serviced apartment in Jeddah near the mosque, Ascott Sari Jeddah is a good option.
Jeddah Lighthouse is situated north of the Jeddah Islamic Seaport is the Jeddah Lighthouse. It is the tallest lighthouse in the world according to the Guinness Book of World Records! This massive functional lighthouse stands 436 feet in height! Unfortunately, foreign travellers are not allowed to enter its seaport. However, you will still get to capture some picturesque views from tourist spots like the Corniche Commercial Center and Central Fish Market, especially at night.
Another embodiment of an inspiring architectural design is the Khuzam Palace. It functioned as the residence of King Abdulaziz, the foremost ruler of Saudi Arabia, from 1928 to 1932. This palace was the first to utilise cement and iron in the Kingdom. Three-metre-high walls encircle the palace, while the central gate has lookout posts on each side. Inside, there is a museum displaying artefacts from pre-Islamic times to the Stone Age. The museum has a couple of floors separated into six galleries - Prehistoric Hall,King Abdulaziz Hall, King Saud bin Abdulaziz Hall, Jeddah Hall, Islamic Hall, and Folklore Hall.
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