Jeddah
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| Postal Code | 5 digit codes beginning with 21 (e. g. 21577) |
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| Area code | 96612 |
| Local time | Friday 7:55 am |
| Population | 3. 431 million (2010) |
| Colleges and universities | Jeddah University |
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| ID | 644055 |
About Jeddah
Jeddah, a Saudi Arabian port city on the Red Sea, is a modern commercial hub and gateway for pilgrimages to the Islamic holy cities Mecca and Medina. Resort hotels, beaches and outdoor sculptures line the Corniche, a seafront promenade anchored by the iconic King Fahd's Fountain. The city's Al-Balad historic district dates to the 7th century and retains traditional homes built from coral.
Sudan fighting: Limited evacuation of foreigners begins
... More than 150 people were evacuated by sea to the Saudi Arabian port of Jeddah on Saturday - mostly nationals of Gulf countries...
Saudi Arabia tourism: So what is there to see?
...Saudi-Bicycle enthusiasts will take to the roads of Jeddah on a Friday afternoon Saudi Arabia, the recent decision to throw open its doors for foreign tourists has to be running a mild wave of excitement through the travel industry...
