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  • By kenyneo on March 21, 2004
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  • Collosal old building - Jiddah
    Collosal old building
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    Well it is really a tall , partial wooden house which has so many units ....beautiful but unfortumately left unattended and almost dilapidated .... you can hear her whispering her sadness and old age to those passer by and tourist who stopped to take a snap .... is anyone doing anything to save her ?

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    Houses Architecture/ Old city: Hubbly bubbly his way to relaxation ...
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  • Updated By kenyneo on April 8, 2004
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  • HUbbly Bubbly - Jiddah
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    Well did you see what the man is doing ? Well he is taking a puff ...yes but the Middle Eastern way ....commonly called hubbly bubbly ( most probably because you can see the bubbling water ) its called Hookah here. Hookah history is rich and very controversial. It is said that the water pipe originated in India where it was made from coconut shells and then spread to Iran and into different parts of the Arab world Hookah smoke isn't harsh or irritating like cigars and cigarettes. Flavored with fruit, molasses, and honey, shisha is a treat for the senses. Hookah smoking also requires us to pause and take a break from our hectic daily routine. Preparing it isnt an easy job , but there are some places catered to such a hobby where everything is prepared for you . The preparation is like followings - Start by filling up the base with water so the water level reaches the bottom of the bottle neck. Next you'll want to insert the shaft into the base and secure the tray on top of the shaft. Place the bowl grommet over the top of the shaft and you're ready to set up the bowl. Sprinkle the shisha tobacco into the bowl. Secure the bowl screen on top of the bowl or you can use tin foil that's been poked so there are small holes. Once the bowl has been packed, secure it onto the bowl grommet. Lighting the charcoals is the last step. Use the tongs to place a lit charcoal on top of the bowl screen or tin foil, and then take a couple of puffs to get the hookah smoking.

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    Houses Architecture/ Old city: The old customs office
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  • By marimar_72 on November 25, 2003
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  • Door - Jiddah
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    This is a picture of the old Jeddah custom`s building,,it was built near the sea port..I took a picture of the gate where it had a large sign saying(The library &The documents) and a smaller sign saying that the entrance is on the other side of the building.

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  • Directions: Behind the Mahmal mall.

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    Houses Architecture/ Old city: Beit Nassif
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  • By TomorrowsAngel on September 19, 2003
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    Nassif House was built in the 1870s for the Nassif family, one of Jeddah’s oldest & most respected merchant clans, it was home to 100 members of the family & their staff. The building has four storeys at the front & seven at the back, & until the 1970s it was the tallest building in Jeddah. King Abdulaziz requisitioned the house in 1925 while his palace was being constructed – hence the name of its location, King Abdul Historical Square. The King & his army were welcomed here by the people of Jeddah on 23 September 1924, celebrated every year since as National Day. Note the tree in front of the house – until 1920 this was the only one in Jeddah (but now one of 10 million!). In 1964 the government bought the house & converted it into a museum, now housing an interesting cultural & heritage exhibition. Open Saturday-Thursday, 0900-1300. Admission free.

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  • Directions: Halfway up Al Alawi St on the right.

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    Houses Architecture/ Old city: Old Houses
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  • Updated By marimar_72 on September 20, 2003
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  • Old House in DownTown Jeddah - Jiddah
    Old House in DownTown Jeddah
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    In this picture you can see more of the old buildings in Jeddah,where the windows apear more(it`s called Rawasheen in the local language). When I took this picture I relised that there was a man looking from the window(Not seen in the picture).for a second I thought he would come out of his house and ask me why the heck am I taking pictures of his house,,but thank God he didn`t,LOL!!!

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    Houses Architecture/ Old city: An Enchanting Jewel on the Red Sea!
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  • Updated By marimar_72 on October 6, 2003
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  • Al Amaria area - Jiddah
    Al Amaria area
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    Jeddah old city,located at the heart of the down town,the buildings are painted in white with wooden dark brown windows,a very impressive to see,with it`s small streets and friendly people.

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  • Directions: Check this link to the map of the downtown: http://www.alnokhba.com/cgi-alnokhba/get_roads.cgi?type=getinf&code=2191&lng=e

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    Houses Architecture/ Old city: OLD JEDDAH
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  • Updated By AliJoe on May 27, 2004
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  • SAOUQ, OLD CITY JEDDAH - Jiddah
    SAOUQ, OLD CITY JEDDAH
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    PHOTO : OLD JEDDAH, LOCATED SAOUQ (SHOPPING AREA). The Saouq or Bazaar located in the Old Jeddah. Anybody love for antique, this is a hareem for antique shooping. I like to move a round and seeing people activities here, tired...stop over at any coffe shop along side of Saouq.

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    Houses Architecture/ Old city: Old Jeddah houses.
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  • Updated By majed81 on March 18, 2005
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  • Old House - Jiddah
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    "The houses in old Jeddah often have this kind of look to them. The windows are designed in such a way that they catch the breeze very well and at the same time allow you to look out without letting people see in." By Dave Bunyard

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    Houses Architecture/ Old city: Jeddah yesterday and today
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  • By arabian10 on February 26, 2005
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    Jeddah the fragrance of the past magnificence of the present lamps of love. People of Jeddah symbol of generosity and nobility. Since the dawn of the flourishing Saudi era all available potentials were utilized to the maximum. The fountains of welfare flowed abundantly, so that Jeddah, like other cities, was able to enjoy ample share of progress and development. All basic foundations for its progress and construction were laid down. Jeddah became the Sleepless City, with over one hundred and twenty thousand lamp posts illuminating its streets and lanes, restoring daylight to its night with absolute contentment.

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    Houses Architecture/ Old city: Jeddah Old Photo
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  • By arabian10 on February 26, 2005
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  • King Fahad when he was minister of information - Jiddah
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    Jeddah the bride of the Red Sea, contains many old buildings. Some of them are still existing like: AAL-Nasif house, AL-Jamjoum House at AL-Yeman area, Baeshen House, AL-Gabil House, AL- Shfie Mosque at AL-Mazloum area, AL Banajah House, AL Alzaher at AL-Sham area, some of these buildings eached more than 30 meters in height.

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