Introducción a la guía de viajes
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Introduction to Jeddah
One of Saudi Arabia’s liveliest cities, Jeddah is a cosmopolitan commercial hub with a busy port on the Red Sea. It’s known for modern shopping malls and family-friendly entertainment, the historic Al-Balad neighbourhood and the 30km seafront Jeddah Corniche. Jeddah is 90km from the holy pilgrimage site of Mecca.
Currency: Saudi Riyal (SAR)
Official language: Arabic; English widely spoken
Climate: Desert climate, virtually no rain. Jul–Sep average 32C; Dec–Feb average 24C; highest rainfall Nov–Dec
Religion: Islam. Friday is Islamic holy day; conservative clothing is essential, especially for women, who must wear loose clothing to cover their body, and cover their hair - orden de clasificación
