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Step into the rich historical tapestry of Jeddah, the captivating second-largest city of Saudi Arabia, through the pages of ''Jeddah's Homes Cultural Architecture'' Situated along the Red Sea's west coast in the Hijaz region, Jeddah's unique position between the revered holy mosques of Makkah and Madinah has endowed it with a distinctive character that sets it apart from the rest of the conservative Sunni Islamic country.

This meticulously crafted doctoral dissertation embarks on a captivating journey, unraveling the captivating tale of Jeddah's evolution. As the singular stopping point on the religious tour with convenient air and road access, the city's culture, culinary delights, architecture, and lifestyle have been profoundly influenced by the confluence of the trade route and religious tourism. The spotlight shines on the historic heart of Jeddah-Al-Balad-the architecturally significant city center that harbors a multitude of traditional Hijazi homes. These homes, relics of a bygone era, become the focal point of exploration, encapsulating the complex interplay between cultural identity and spatial evolution.