• AlBalad is the historical area of Jeddah, the second largest city of Saudi Arabia and the recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Al-Balad (Arabic: البلد), also known as Jeddah Historic District (Arabic: جدة التاريخية), is the historical area of Jeddah, the second largest city of Saudi Arabia.
  • There are few places like Al Balad in Saudi. Given the historical importance of Jeddah in past it no wonder that al Balad is focal point of visits when in Jeddah.
  • Note that during the 2 evening prayers the shops and cafes will shut again. The Wandering Quinn Travel Blog things to do in Al Balad, Al Balad Jeddah Houses.
  • Al Balad, the multicultural heart of Jeddah, is a tapestry woven with rich religious history, bold colors, thought-provoking art, and delectable cuisine.
  • The second-largest city in Saudi Arabia, Jeddah Balad, also called Al Balad, is a historical treasure that captures the city’s essence.
  • One of the most prominent landmarks in Al Balad is the Nassif House, which was once the residence of one of Jeddah's most influential families.
  • Being the multicultural beating heart of Jeddah, Al Balad offers an exquisite pairing of authentic and contemporary flavors that will bring you back for more!
  • In the 1970s and 1980s, as Jeddah grew wealthier due to the oil boom, many Jeddawis moved away from Al-Balad to the burgeoning northern part of Jeddah.