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.

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Country Sri Lanka
Languages Spoken Sinhala, Tamil
Currency Used Sri Lankan rupee (LKR)
Ares (km2) 65,610 km2
Capital Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Time zone UTC +5:30