Close Menu
  • Home
  • About
  • News
  • Awards
  • Media & Press
  • Video Podcasts
  • Magazines
  • Events
  • Contact
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
Gazet International – Global Magazine
AWARD NOMINATION
  • Home
  • About
  • News
  • Awards
  • Media & Press
  • Video Podcasts
  • Magazines
  • Events
  • Contact
You are at:Home » Jeddah’s old town shines again as Grand Prix attracts tourists
Lifestyle

Jeddah’s old town shines again as Grand Prix attracts tourists

Gazet InternationalBy Gazet InternationalApril 29, 20252 Mins Read
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Share
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

During Jeddah’s Formula One Grand Prix this month, visitors were drawn to the historic old town, beyond the event’s main attractions like Lewis Hamilton and Jennifer Lopez.

Jeddah is typically known as Saudi Arabia’s modern commercial hub. However, the old town had fallen into neglect due to the departure of its merchant class.

The kingdom’s Vision 2030 plan aims to diversify the economy and reduce dependence on oil. This plan includes revitalizing culture to attract tourism revenue.

Visitors who attended the F1 event appreciated the slower pace of the restored old Jeddah.

Al-Balad, as it’s known in Arabic, retains the atmosphere of past centuries. Its Arabic-styled wooden architecture features brown and blue colors, reflecting the city’s location between the Arabian desert and the sea.

“It’s my first time in Saudi Arabia and the old city is very beautiful with earthly tones… and has a very particular architecture,” said Rossella from Milan.

Al-Balad achieved UNESCO world heritage site status in 2014. Since then, the government has accelerated plans to restore approximately 650 buildings. They are also working to revive the district’s local businesses.

Fadil Zahir, born in the old town, works there as a barista. He notes, “Tourists and visitors are coming to al-Balad in great numbers.”

UNESCO recognized historic Jeddah as “the only surviving urban ensemble of the Red Sea.” Coral stone tower houses, adorned with Roshan wooden balconies, stand alongside ancient mosques. These mosques date back to the advent of Islam, when the third Caliph Uthman bin Affan declared the city Mecca’s official port.

“I am 62 now, I now see what I could see 40 years back. You talk about changes, I say it’s actually going back to the original,” said Ahmed Alkhanbashi, a general manager at Alkhanbashi Business Development Bureau.

Click here to read more on Lifestyle and Entertainment.

SOURCe

#AlBalad #F1GrandPrix #GAZETINTERNATIONAL #GI #GIAWARDS #Jeddah #MiddleEastTourism #SaudiArabia #SAUDIVISION2030 #tourism
Share. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
Previous ArticleIBM to invest $150B in U.S. over 5 years for quantum tech push
Next Article Deutsche Bank reports 39% rise in Q1 profit, but tariffs impact performance

Related Posts

Due to increasing expenses and a highly competitive environment, Qantas is ceasing the operations of its budget airline, Jetstar Asia.

June 11, 2025

U.S. chipmaker Qualcomm inaugurates a new AI research and development center in Vietnam.

June 11, 2025

A report from Bloomberg indicates that Bessent is a possible candidate to replace Jerome Powell as the head of the Federal Reserve

June 11, 2025
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • LinkedIn
Don't Miss

Trailblazing Women in STEM and Education Experts Lead Jury for USD 30,000 DETermined Scholarship by Duolingo English Test​

Axis Introduces Next-generation AI-powered Dome Cameras

AmiViz Recognised Among Best Workplaces in Technology Across GCC by Great Place to Work

Asian Paints’ New Corporate Campaign Reimagines Home Design with Innovation and Elegance​

Recent Posts
  • Trailblazing Women in STEM and Education Experts Lead Jury for USD 30,000 DETermined Scholarship by Duolingo English Test​
  • Axis Introduces Next-generation AI-powered Dome Cameras
  • AmiViz Recognised Among Best Workplaces in Technology Across GCC by Great Place to Work
  • Asian Paints’ New Corporate Campaign Reimagines Home Design with Innovation and Elegance​
  • SGT University Co-Hosts National Seminar “Bihar Leads the Rising East” in Patna​
Recent Comments
    Archives
    • June 2025
    • May 2025
    • April 2025
    • March 2025
    • February 2025
    • January 2025
    • December 2024
    • November 2024
    • October 2024
    • September 2024
    • August 2024
    • July 2024
    • June 2024
    • May 2024
    • April 2024
    • March 2024
    • February 2024
    • January 2024
    • October 2023
    • September 2023
    • January 2021
    Categories
    • Banking
    • Blog
    • Business
    • Corporate
    • Editor's Column
    • Events
    • Executive Spotlight
    • Finance and Investing
    • Lifestyle
    • magazine
    • podcast
    • Press Release
    • Technology
    • World
    Meta
    • Log in
    • Entries feed
    • Comments feed
    • WordPress.org
    About

    GAZET INTERNATIONAL


    Gazet International Magazine is a global entity that works towards providing latest information and news updates of the world. It entraps latest stories in banking, finance, lifestyle and various beats of the world. We engage in recognizing and rewarding the global organizations for their achievements in various fields and deliver justice to the nominees with valued identification and recognition of companies that indulge in the Gazet Award Ceremony.

    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube LinkedIn
    Categories
    • Banking
    • Blog
    • Business
    • Corporate
    • Editor's Column
    • Events
    • Executive Spotlight
    • Finance and Investing
    • Lifestyle
    • magazine
    • podcast
    • Press Release
    • Technology
    • World
    Latest posts
    Press Release

    SGT University Co-Hosts National Seminar “Bihar Leads the Rising East” in Patna​

    June 11, 2025
    Press Release

    PayG Appoints Harmeet Sethi as Chief Executive Officer​

    June 11, 2025

    Jana Small Finance Bank Applies to RBI for Universal Banking License​

    June 11, 2025
    Press Release

    Primus Introduces Marzi – A New Era of Well-Being for India’s 55+ Citizens​

    June 11, 2025
    Previous 1 2 3 4 … 824 Next
    Official Partner

    7ITS NEWS

    Copyright © 2025. Gazet International

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.