Shopping In Jeddah

Jeddah is termed as the second largest city of Saudi Arabia. It is also the commercial capital of the state. Tourism industry in the city is at its peak and the city attracts millions of visitors every year. The city of Jeddah also enjoys a rich historical heritage which dates back to 2500 years. Jeddah is positioned at the coastline on the Red Sea. It is also an important sea port of the state and it is termed as the richest city in the region. The city has maintained its position in the modern developed at the same time also preserves the cultural historical legacy of the city.  The residents of the city are known for their hospitality and warm welcoming nature. Jeddah is also termed as a paradise for shopaholics. It is the ideal place for all the shopping lovers. You can find a number of different shops at the ancient city of Jeddah.

Jeddah city offers you a unique and exciting shopping experience of a lifetime. When it comes to buying, there are a number of different shops that you can find in the city. There are international brand chains as well as the traditional shops in the local markets. The local markets are known as souks in Arabic language. The international brand outlets are located at some of the famous shopping centers and these include brands like Liz Claiborne, Emporia Armani, Tommy Hilfiger, Boss, Calvin Klein, The Body Shop and many more. You can also find an exclusive variety of clothing and other accessories as one of the fashionable exclusive boutiques in the city. All these and lot more are housed in the famous historical area of Jeddah which is Al-Balad known for shopping.

Aside from these shopping centers there are markets that offer products at a quite reasonable price provided you possess good bargaining skills. So when you are in the city of Jeddah, at no point you will have to think about what and where to shop. The city features everything ranging from clothing, perfumes, household items and what not. You have all the options available to choose from for yourself or to take back home for your family and friends. There are also a number of local mini markets where you can find fresh fruits and vegetables and these local markets operate seven days a week. Being the part of a Muslim state, selling of alcohol and pork is strictly prohibited. So shopping centers, local markets and supermarkets of Jeddah provide all the required facilities of shopping in the city with ease and comfort.

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