King Abdulaziz Intl (IATA: JED) is the nearest airport to it, situated just 30 km to the north.
Interesting places in Jeddah
1. Nasseef House
Nasseef House or Nassif House (Arabic: بيت نصيف Bayt Nasseef) is a historical structure in Al-Balad, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. As of 2009 it is a museum and cultural center which has special exhibits and lectures given by historians.
2. King Fahd's Fountain
King Fahd's Fountain, also known as the Jeddah Fountain, is the tallest fountain water in the world. Located in the coast of Jeddah, west coast of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The fountain jets water 260  metres (853 ft) above the Red Sea. It was donated to the city of Jeddah by King Fahd, hence its name. The fountain is visible throughout the entire vicinity of Jeddah. The water it ejects can reach a speed of 375& #160; kilometres (233 mi) per hour with a weight exceeding 18 tons. It was cons…
3. King Saud Mosque
His Majesty King Saud Mosque is the largest mosque in the city of Jeddah and is located in Jeddah's Al-Sharafeyyah District.
4. King Abdulaziz International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) (Arabic: مطار الملك عبدالعزيز الدولي) (IATA: JED, ICAO: OEJN) is an airport located 19 km to the north of Jeddah. Named after King Abdulaziz Al Saud and inaugurated in 1981, the airport is the busiest airport of Saudi Arabia and the third-largest airport in the kingdom. The airport is known for its Hajj terminal, which is specially built for Muslim pilgrims going to Mecca annually and can handle 80, 000 passengers at the same time.
5. The Qishla of Jeddah
The Qishla of Jeddah (Turkish: Cidde Redif Kışlası) was built in 1525 to be a military castle of the Ottoman army in Jeddah (nowadays in Saudi Arabia). The building is located in the Old city until now.
6. Khuzam Palace
The Khuzam Palace is a major palace and museum in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
7. Jeddah Light
Jeddah Light is an active lighthouse in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With a height of about 133& #160; m (436& #160; ft) it " has a credible claim to be the world's tallest light tower" It is located at the end of the outer pier on the north side of the entrance to Jeddah Seaport.
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