Jeddah has been established as the main city of the historic Hijaz province and a historic port for pilgrims arriving by sea to perform their Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.

Jan 11, 2026 · It lies along the Red Sea west of Mecca. The principal importance of Jeddah in history is that it constituted the port of Mecca and was thus the site where the majority of Muslim pilgrims …

Jan 2, 2026 · Jeddah City (romanized: Jiddah) is the center of the governorate of Jeddah. It is one of the administratively affiliated governorates with Makkah al-Mukarramah province in the Kingdom of …

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Jeddah, a vibrant coastal city located on the Red Sea, is renowned for its rich history, culture, and modernity. As the second-largest city in Saudi Arabia, Jeddah plays a crucial role in the Kingdom’s …

Set along the Red Sea, Jeddah is Saudi Arabia’s laid-back, cosmopolitan heart. It’s where history, creativity, and coastal life come together in a way that feels both authentic and effortlessly cool.

Oct 6, 2025 · From ancient UNESCO-listed neighbourhoods to thriving coral reefs, here's what to see in Saudi's laid-back second city. With its Red Sea coastline, cosmopolitan history, spectacular old town …

As of 2022, Jeddah stands as the largest city in Makkah Province and the second largest in Saudi Arabia, with a metropolitan population of approximately 4,943,000 people. It holds strategic …

Jan 16, 2026 · Jeddah has been a port and trading city for centuries, which is reflected in its cosmopolitan mix of inhabitants. Today, it is a major commercial center in Saudi Arabia. It also has …