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Issue 33 Oct 2011

Be healthy, be happy and enjoy life Sunday September 25th King Abdullah granted women the right to vote and run in municipal elections, this date marked a historical day for Saudi women, Starting with the next term, women will have the right to run in municipal elections and to choose candidates. let us celebrate women, women who made a difference in our community and in the world at large. This October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month so it is only fitting to dedicate this issue to all women, women who fought the fight and won it and women who are still fighting. In this special issue we feature two great women that made a difference in our world, An insightful one-on-one interview with HRH princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan Al-Saud, she speaks openly about breast cancer issues that face Saudi women today. Another great person that makes all women proud is Dr. Hayat Sindi a true gift to humanity, a scientist whom discovery might save millions of lives. This issue is packed with ideas to support the cause, whether by making a great contribution to the cause like donating for research or simply make a statement by wearing pink. Be healthy, be happy and enjoy life …take a moment to take care of yourself and your loved ones. In between Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha is the perfect timeout from family obligations and frantic socializing. Use this time to focus on your wellbeing, your future, and your happiness. Women who have been wondering where to go to locate their favorite make-up brands will appreciate the beauty reviews of the top cosmetic shops in town, while pizza-lovers will enjoy debating the merits of the gourmet pizza places reviewed in the DJ Food section. With new spots popping up all over town, Jeddah is fast becoming a foodie’s delight! Destination Jeddah is your guide to Jeddah and beyond… Enas Hashani Editor-in-Chief editor@destinationjeddah.com

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Featured Content

INDEX 8

UsefulInformation Readers’ Feedback & City Facts

Settling In

Business

Arts & Entertainment

Fashion & Shopping

Dining Around Town

Travel Trends

Healthy Living

Time Busters

10 Things

A Woman’s Perspective

Hayat Sindi

Jowhara Alsaud. Awad Abu Salah. Teenage Life. Point & Shoot

Pink. Which Jeans are Your Perfect Fit. Sleysla. Makeup Review.

Chocalate. Pizza Evolution. Bon Bon

Villa Rentals

Breast Cancer, Green Living

TV Shows, Youtube & Book review, Useful Arabic Words

We Love About Jeddah 45 Fashion & Shopping 65 Restaurants 75 Religious 86 Health & Beauty 92 General

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Celebrate the

Grandmothers in Your Life

If you’re fortunate enough to enjoy the presence of your grandmothers – make sure to honor them on Grandmother’s Day, which is officially October 16, 2011. They are your greatest supporters, your most fervent well-wishers, and your biggest fans (parents are wonderful too…but grandparents are famous for indulging their grandchildren!) Destination Jeddah has teamed up with Tous to celebrate the marvelousness of grandmothers on October 3, 2011, so don’t miss this one-day celebration at Tous. Devote one day to your grandmothers and you will reap the rewards for the years to come. Appreciate and love them from near or far; reveal the gratitude and wellspring of affection which overflows from your heart every time you think of them. 4

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Useful Information Word on the street

Thoughts

to Ponder Are YOU Doing Your Part To Support Cancer Patients? Although cancer is an insidious disease which is increasingly affecting every family…you don’t have to personally know someone with cancer in order to get involved. There are so many worthwhile charities, cancer societies, and awareness/research efforts which could use your assistance, either in the form of volunteering a few hours of your time or making a small monetary donation to the

cause. Educating the public about the signs of cancer and the preventive diet/lifestyle measures are important first steps in reducing the cancer rates in society. Check with your local hospital for volunteer opportunities in the cancer ward – sometimes just visiting patients for a ‘cheer-up’ visit can brighten up someone’s day. Take part in cancer fundraisers, cancer information sessions, and cancer research studies if you qualify…it will take a concerted effort to eradicate this deadly disease. The cure for cancer is out there somewhere.

Thumbs up to...

Sheikh Mohammed Hussien AL-Amoudi Center

The Sheikh Mohammed Hussien AL-Amoudi Center of Excellence in Breast Cancer’s mission is ‘towards world-class healthcare for women.’ Launched in July 2010, the Center aims to provide the ultimate in breast cancer awareness, detection, and treatment.Mr. Osama Tayyeb, the head of King Abdulaziz University, and the generous contribution of businessman Sheikh Mohammed Hussein Al-Amoudi, and the hard work of Dr. Samia Al-Amoudi, the prominent international activist and breast cancer survivor are the three main catalysts behind the Center. In just one short year, the Center has succeeded in not only raising awareness about the importance of early detection, but also provides quality health-care service while conducting research into breast cancer. They have also published an Arabic sign language book about breast cancer, the first of its kind in the Arab world. This informative handbook has been included on the websites of both the International Breast Health Initiative and Middle Eastern Partnership. Dr. Samia Al-Amoudi has also been selected to join the Executive Board of the International Breast Health Initiative in the US.

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Limited Number of Oncologists and Specialized Cancer hospitals in Jeddah The level of cancer care has improved in recent years in Jeddah, however it still has a long way to go in order to match the larger hospitals in Riyadh which have specialized cancer units. Qualified oncologists with years of experience who are also up-to-date with the latest treatment options are sorely needed to staff new cancer units and specialized hospitals. Cancer research centers which continue to explore cutting-edge developments in the field of radiology, oncology, and other cancer-related fields are also necessary in order to provide the populace with the latest in medical care. Campaigns raising awareness about all types of cancer prevention and early detection are positive steps to improving the overall medical health of the region…but Jeddah still has a long way to go. 8

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Useful Information

City&

Country:

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - KSA Capital: Riyadh

Country Fact Sheet

Head of State:

King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud Crown Prince: Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud Population: 29،207،277 (72% Saudi, 27% foreign)

Population Growth:

1.75% (approx. 2% per year) (55% are under the age of 20) Birth rate: 28.29 births/1,000 population (2010 est.) Area: 2,149,640 sq. km Major Cities: Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam. Holy Cities: Makkah, Madinah.

International Airports:

Jeddah: King Abdul Aziz Int’l. Airport (Airport Code: JED) Madinah: Prince Muhammad Bin Abdul Aziz Airport / Riyadh: King Khaled Int’l Airport / Dammam: King Fahad Int’l Airport.

City: Jeddah Head of Region:

Prince Khalid Al-Faisal

Location:

West coast of Saudi Arabia, on the Red Sea Distance between Jeddah & Makkah: 80km Distance between Jeddah & Madinah:405km

Inhabited Area:

1,500 sq. km - Largest urban center in the Makkah province Jeddah Population: 3.4 million and the 2nd largest city in Saudi Arabia.

Official Language:

Arabic. English is the second official language.

Major Arabic Newspapers: Asharq Al-Awsat, Al-Watan, Al Hayat, Al-Iqtisadiya, Al-Madinah. Major English Newspapers: Saudi Gazette, Arab News.

Important Dates:

National Day: September 23, 2011 Ramadan (The Holy Month of Fasting): July 20 - August 19, 2012 Eid Al-Fitr (The Feast of Fast-Breaking): August 20, 2012 Eid Al-Adha (The Feast of Sacrifice): October 26, 2012 Calendar: The Hijri lunar calendar is the traditional measure of time and the Gregorian calendar is used as well in business. (1432/2011)

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Useful Information

City&

Country

Fact Sheet

Business & Banking Hours: Cut this out and keep in your wallet 8/9AM - 4/5PM Sat-Wed, some are open on Thursdays for half a day 8/9AM - 1/2PM.

Weekend: Thursday- Friday. Shopping Hours:

Information/ Maintenance:

$$$$$$$$$$$$$

10AM - 1PM 5PM - 10/11PM

Currency:

Saudi Riyal (SR) - divided into 100 Halalas; Notes printed in 1 (one), 5 (five), 10 (ten), 20 (twenty), 50 (fifty), 100 (one hundred), 200 (two hundred), 500 (five hundred) Riyal denominations. Currency Exchange Rates: 1.00 US Dollar (USD) = SR3.75 1.00 Euro (EUR) = SR5.23 1.00 British Pound (GBP) = SR5.94 1.00 Indian Rupee (INR) = SR0.079 1.00 Pakistan Rupee (PKR) = SR0.047 1.00 Phillippines Peso (PHP) = SR0.08

Time Zon e: GMT +3

Country Code:

966

City Codes:

Riyadh: Jeddah and Makkah: Dammam, Dahran, Alkhobar and Jubail:

Emergencies :

International Information.......905 Telephone Maintenance.........904 Telephone Directory.................905 Speaking Clock.........................1222 Mobily..........................................1100 STC...................................................902 Zain..................................................959

Radio Stations FM Channel Rotana Quraan Jeddah Radio AFN Panorama MBC FM Mix FM Alif alif

88.0 89.9 92.6 93.7 102.0 103.0 103.9 107.0 105.5 101.0

Ambulance...................................997 Electricity Emergency...............933 Fire Fighters..................................998 Natural Disasters.........................988 National Security........................989 Nijm “ Insurance Company for Car Accident “.........................920000560 Road Security..............................996 Traffic Accidents.........................993 Water Emergency......8004411110

Type Arabic pop Religious National News Western Music Arabic Pop Khaliji Music Western Music Techno Music Westren & Arabic Pop Arabic mix

Electricity: 110V and 220V

02 Telephone, 03 Mobile & Internet: Madinah and Yanbu: 04 The main telephone service provider is STC – Saudi Abha and Najran: 07 Telecom Company. The Main mobile service providers

Transportation:

Air: Saudi Arabian Airlines - Nas Airlines Land: Bus: SAPTCO: National Bus Company offering transportation between most Saudi cities. Inside the city: Taxis and Chauffeur companies. Railroad: Only one passenger train service between Riyadh and Dammam.

are STC, Mobily and Zain. They also offer mobile Internet solutions *STC: www.stc.com/ *Mobily: www.mobily.com/ *Zain: www.zain.com To block commercial SMSs for STC users: Call 800-2444455 toll-free (24 hr service Sat-Wed) or e-mail: Ecare@stc.com.sa Internet Service Providers: * Orbit Satellite internet: www.orbitsatnet.com *www.zajil.net, *awalnet.net.sa, * www.naseej.com, * www.shabakah.net.sa, * www.sol.net.sa, * cyberia.net.sa, *Nesma: www.nesma.net.sa

National TV: Saudi Channel 1/ Saudi Channel 2 (English)/ Saudi Channel 3 (Sports)/ Al Ekhbariya News Satellite TV: Thousands of free channels from across the Middle East, Asia and Europe can be viewed using a satellite dish and receiver. Premium Satellite Providers: OSN (Orbit Showtime Network): Premium Arabic and Western Entertainment. www.osnetwork.com ART: Premium Arabic, Western, and Asian Entertainment www.artonline.tv 12 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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Useful Information Settling In

A Woman’s Perspective Solving the Top 5 Issues Facing Expat Women You Asked… We Answered !! By Dilara Hafiz

Saudi Arabia…the land of sun, sand, sea, and shopping malls. From an expat woman’s perspective, is that all there is to life here? Of course not! Delve beneath the surface and you’ll discover a fascinating country with a rich cultural history and friendly people who are proud to explain their traditions to you. The importance of understanding Arab society in order to have a successful stay cannot be underestimated; the segregation between men and women can be navigated easily once you’re wearing the right clothes, for example, while enjoying the outdoors is also possible once you familiarize yourself with the expat beach clubs and boating options. So here are the top 5 women’s concerns upon arrival in Jeddah: 1. Where can I buy an abaya? Great question! Assuming that your husband or sponsor did not bring one for you to the airport, your priority on Day 1 is to purchase an abaya – the long, black cloak which women customarily wear in Saudi Arabia. If you’re desperate, pop into any Panda grocery store and grab a generic abaya for SR 65-75. They are sized according to height, so as long as your’s is long enough to touch the ground, you’re good to go. (Of course, your friends will laugh at you when you tell them where you bought your abaya – so head over to Balad where Queen’s Mall has 3 floors of ready-to-wear affordable abayas.) Once you’ve settled down and 14 DESTINATION JEDDAH

unpacked, then you’ll quickly discover the luxury boutiques and designer abayas in Jeddah’s leading malls and Tahlia Street – prices can quickly reach into four figures, but consider it an investment as your abaya is the face you present in public. 2. Can someone recommend good nursery schools/ kindergartens? Education is a priority, and Jeddah has a variety of Montessori, nursery, and kindergartens with international curriculums. Word of mouth recommendations, consulate information, and neighbors are all wonderful sources of information. Also check the notice boards in your compound for school flyers. Nothing compares to visiting each school, speaking with the administration, and observing the teachers in action – allow yourself at least a week to make sure that you make the right choice. Happy kids make a happy home. Check the September issue of Destination Jeddah for an article on this topic, as well as the General Directory at the back of each issue for a listing of schools. 3. Can someone recommend a good tailor? Tricky question as everyone jealously guards their tailor’s identity – sorry! You can try Makrona Souk as it is full of abaya fabric shops as well as ribbons, buttons, and other essential abaya trimmings. Rows of tailors are available to sew a custom-made abaya to your taste and specifications, so let your inner designer out.

4. Ditto for hairdressers – can anyone recommend a good one? Jeddah has lots of beauty parlors in all price ranges; ask your friends and neighbors for their recommendations, but basically it’ll come down to your personal choice. The range of services is remarkable – you can indulge in a Moroccan hammam, a European spa, a Turkish bath, Indian threading and henna application, the latest cosmetic enhancements such as Botox, laser facials, and chemical peels etc. Beauty is big business in Jeddah. 5. Can anyone suggest fun activities for my kids? Sports clubs/playgroups/ arts & crafts? Check with parents at your school for their input first, but there are loads of gyms which offer indoor classes and fun holiday schedules to keep kids fit and happy. Boating and jet-skiing are just two of the water sports available in Obhur, more adventurous teenagers will enjoy snorkeling and scuba-diving. Destination Jeddah Dive Directory lists the main water sport outfitters, but if you’re lucky enough to make friends with someone who owns a beach chalet, then your weekends can be spent enjoying the beauty of the Red Sea which is on Jeddah’s doorstep.

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Profile Check

By Gary Avila

Destination Jeddah would like to recognize the challenges and rewards foreign workers face working in KSA. In this section, we will feature expats from all walks of life who share their stories with us. Watch this space... you might be next! Name: Chris Perera Age: 54 Nationality: Sri Lankan Occupation: Executive General Manager, Fakieh Poultry Processing Plant & Food Manufacturing Co Years of stay in Jeddah: 17 years What do you miss most from your country? Greenery What do you love most about Jeddah? Shopping Is there anything you can find in Jeddah that you don’t have in your country? Extreme weather conditions Describe Jeddah in one word: Sensational! Do you have any suggestions to improve Jeddah as an ideal workplace? Implement a combined workforce partnership between Saudis and foreigners to develop cultural understanding and harmonious relationships between different nationalities.

Settling In Stories This is the story of my culture shock as a Saudi student experiencing life in America for the first time back in the late 1970’s. In those days, all students would first fly to Houston for orientation prior to settling down at their individual colleges. Imagine a young group of Saudis preparing to spend their first night alone in America...little realizing that October 31 = Halloween, a holiday which we had never heard of back then! When the doorbell rang, we peeked through the security slot and saw...a WITCH and an ugly looking creature next to her. We huddled in a corner whispering about what we should do; we decided to keep quiet until she gave up and moved on, but minutes later we heard another knock - we take a look and saw a little Frankenstein and a Superman! We peeped outside and saw the whole street full of crazy people dressed up in different costumes running around from door to door. What was going on? We called our group organizer and explained our situation - he burst out laughing, then apologized for not explaining about Halloween. He came over and took us all out for a little fun. Ever since then, Halloween has became my favorite holiday and this story is my kids’ favorite story. Happy Halloween and watch out for the ghosts and goblins!

Do you have a ‘Settling In’ adventure to share with our readers? Help newcomers avoid the faux-pas you may have made as they adjust to life in Jeddah. Language barriers, rules of the road, cultural missteps...they’re all funny in retrospect. Send in your tales to DJ and we’ll republish them here in an upcoming issue. E-mail: feedback@destinationjeddah.com with the Title: Settling In 16 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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Special Features

One-on-One:

HRH Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan Al-Saud By Marriam Mossalli

In Saudi Arabia, women are finally talking about their breasts. In a conservative country that often finds such topics of conversation taboo, one woman has made it her mission to overcome the cultural stigma in order to initiate dialogue among women and create awareness about one of the most prevalent forms of cancer in Saudi Arabia – breast cancer. This ardent advocate is HRH Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan Al-Saud. Last October, together with Zahra Breast Cancer Association, HRH Princess Reema led 3,952 Saudi women to achieve the Guinness World Record for the largest human awareness ribbon. This is an incredible feat on its own, but even more so because of the cultural obstacles often impeding early detection and treatment within the Kingdom. Some Saudi women are afraid their husbands will divorce them if they become aware of their diagnoses, or they’ll lose their female identity if treatment requires a mastectomy (the surgical removal of one or both breasts), while others may avoid treatment because they feel their disease is God’s will. Through educational programs, awareness campaigns, and an undying passion to help save lives, HRH Princess Reema is leading the crusade to make such notions obsolete.

treated by a male doctor or male mammogram technician.

Destination Jeddah was able to speak one-on-one with HRH Princess Reema for a candid interview; she was able to debunk myths (no, size doesn’t matter and yes, men you can get it), explain why it’s currently impossible to get accurate, real-time statistics on breast cancer’s prevalence in Saudi, and which programs and awareness campaigns are actually effective in a nation, where some women simply ignore their disease because of fear of being

Another issue is women of better means who are diagnosed tend to travel out of the country for their treatment, again not allowing for current information related to their disease to be documented. This affects budgeting at the Ministry as they allow for a budget according to recorded statistics of diseases in the Kingdom.

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Destination Jeddah: Statistics on breast cancer prevalence in Saudi are usually outdated by three years and often inaccurate.What are the obstacles in acquiring up-to-date and accurate statistics? HRH Reema Bint Bandar: One key problem is rural villages don’t have access to oncologists and the travel to larger medical centers is out of their reach for the women based there for multiple reasons: Distance, cost of travel, and the ability to find transportation. Due to this, women tend to arrive in late stages, therefore skewing the data the Ministry of Health has related to the onset of the disease and its prevalence in the country.

DJ: How is the Zahra Breast Cancer Association hoping to rectify this void of data?

Zahra to do my part to help educate women about this disease and to be a support to them.

HRH: Zahra wants to open offices all over Saudi to allow access to education and also real time info that can be passed to the Ministry. We try to impress upon women the fact that at the early onset of the disease there is a 97% chance of cure and treatment. This is true only if reached at early stages. Our solution is mobile clinics, and we are actively working toward achieving that goal. We travel all over the country and speak at public social recreation centers, universities, colleges and mosques. Trips to rural villages and the mobile mammogram machine campaign are our greatest hope to make a difference in these women’s lives.

DJ: Congratulations on last year’s Guinness World Record for the largest human awareness ribbon! Please tell us about the experience and the support witnessed from the local community. Does it accurately reflect an increased awareness among women in the community?

HRH: As you say, in many rural villages women find out at early stages and disappear due to fear of abandonment from their husbands. This is a sad reality since by the time they return to the medical system; they are in late stages where they are no longer treatable. There is a massive stigma, but that just makes our job more necessary. We recruit survivors as much as possible to show that there is hope. When a survivor speaks to others - there is an instant recognition and comfort level that is developed.

DJ: What other initiatives in terms of educating the community does Zahra orchestrate and execute?

HRH: The experience was incredible from multiple levels: a sense of community, support, and yes, even some glitches, but an overall success. What we saw is women of all ages, all sectors of society coming together not to break a record, but to stand side-by-side in support of each other. That is what I am most proud of. It reflects that fact that we can DJ: In Saudi, there is still a stigma when it comes reach and mobilize large numbers of women and as such, I believe they are our ambassadors for our to breast cancer. How does awareness help to cause and mission. alleviate such perceptions?

HRH: The focus of Zahra in our early days was early detection and screening. Today, we have expanded our activities to education for prevention in terms of nutrition, lifestyle, exercise, monthly self-examinations and regular mammograms depending on age: age 40 = every 2 years, age 50 = every year. Females with a family history of cancer should consult with their doctors to see how often they need a mammogram.

DJ: How does Saudi’s treatment facilities compare DJ:Manywomenfeelthatthesmallertheirbreasts, with the rest of the world? the less chance of cancer. Is there any truth to this myth? HRH: Treatment wise it is on par, but our issue is that only the major cities have the treatment centers and thus, they are pressured due to not having time and facilities to treat the number of people that are filtered their way. We need to increase the amount of treatment centers and localize them to the rest of the Kingdom to allow patients better access at an earlier stage and more effective treatment.

HRH: This is an absolute myth that needs to be knocked out! Size has nothing to do with it. Studies have shown there to be a possibility of increase in the chances of breast cancer with increased age, if there is a family history of breast cancer, or previous diagnoses of any other cancer. It is important to note that Zahra reaches out to the DJ: What made breast cancer awareness your male population and we have had some successful personal mission? campaigns to educate men via male volunteers to discuss breast cancer not only as it relates to HRH: I had never thought of breast cancer as an issue that would touch my life until one day I heard women’s health and how they can support the women in their lives, but also that it can affect men, from a dear friend that she had been diagnosed. though at a lower rate. She was the catalyst for my joining Zahra. Since that day I have had family members, friends, and work associates who have been diagnosed, which only compelled me more to work with the ladies of DESTINATION JEDDAH 19

Business

Who’s Who

Breaking the Barriers of Science: Photography by kris krüg

Dr.Hayat Sindi

A Science Entrepreneur By Dilara Hafiz

Born in Makkah, Hayat Sindi dreamt of following in the footsteps of her heroes Ibn Sina, AlKhwarizmi, Einstein, and Marie Curie. But her recent accomplishments prove that she’s no longer a follower…but a leader in the field of biotechnology, diagnostic medical developments, and science education for women in the Middle East. Her achievements place her firmly amongst the movers and shakers of global social entrepreneurs for her work with her new company Diagnostics For All – she is determined to deliver high-quality, low-cost diagnostic medical services to the developing world.

“I’m committed to my principles and I believe that a person must leave a mark that benefits the human race, however I want to begin this benefit in the lands where my roots are.”

Profile:

Who: Dr.Hayat Sindi What: Vice Chairman and Director of Nano-Terra, Inc, Co-founder of Sonoptix Technology, Visiting Scholar at Harvard University, Senior Research Scientist for Biotechnology at Schlumberger Cambridge Research Centre and Honorary Research Fellow at the School of Biological and Chemical Science, Exeter University. Qualifications: B.Sc (Hones) in Pharmacology from King’s College University, PhD from Cambridge University , MBA from Harvard Business School in Commercializing Science & High Technology. 20 DESTINATION JEDDAH

After winning the Harvard Business School Business Plan Competition in 2008 with her team DiagnosticsFor-All (DFA), a not-for-profit diagnostics company that will provide health care agencies and commercial organizations with a new generation of tools to address the diagnostic and clinical management needs of the global medical community, Dr. Sindi has continued to dream big. DFA fuses biotechnology and microfluidics in order to create low-cost, easy-to-use, point-of-care diagnostics designed specifically for the 60% of the developing world that lives beyond the reach of urban hospitals and medical infrastructures. Their simple, inexpensive devices require minimal training to use, practically no sample preparation, and no electricity or additional equipment to process a sample. Dr. Sindi’s path began in her pursuit of a medical degree after high school. She yearned to study abroad and persevered, even though obtaining a degree in the UK required her to repeat a year of secondary school. Her BS in Pharmacology from King’s College, London was

Accomplishment and Achievements

- Participated in many conferences locally and internationally. - Received numerous awards for her scientific

immediately followed by a PhD in biotechnology from Cambridge University. “When I first started at Cambridge, a well-known scientist told me that I’d fail unless I let go of my cover (hijab) and changed my ways. He gave me three months to fail.” Not only did Dr. Sindi successfully graduate from Cambridge, she invented and patented the MARS (Magnetic Acoustic Resonance Sensor) during her work at the Institute of Biotechnology in Cambridge. Dr. Sindi attributes her flare for biotechnology to her love of its complexity and its foundational position among other disciplines including engineering, genetics, physics, and chemistry. “It’s the father of sciences and it covers areas in life such as agriculture, medicine, manufacture, and the environment.” She envisions future generations of Arab women undertaking the study of science in order to impact their communities and their countries. “A true scientist should focus on affordable simple solutions to reach everyone in the world.” She also has plans to build a world-class biotechnology center of excellence in Saudi Arabia with the support of Harvard and MIT. “I believe that we can put science and society hand in hand and we should customize science for the benefit of the developing world. Small people can achieve big dreams.” In conjunction with her affiliation with the National Tumor Institute, Dr. Sindi recently visited the Sheikh Mohammed Hussien AlAmoudi Center of Excellence in Breast Cancer to explore possible overlaps in biotechnology and breast cancer research. Combining science research and social entrepreneurship is a powerful force for breakthroughs which could benefit societies around the world…Dr. Sindi is leading the way in both fields.

discoveries and academic excellence; -The Young Professional Award by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Arab Student Organization MIT-ASO (Diagnostic For All, n.d.) - The first Arab women to win a ‘pop teach’ fellowship (Kamar,J. 2010). - Selected by the White House to be apart of a documentary “Connect A Million Minds.”(A1saudiarabia, 2011). - The first Muslim to work in Harvard scientific - The first female in the Gulf to obtain a PHD in biotechnology (GAFOUR, 2008). - The co-inventor of “Diagnostic For All” developed In Harvard. - Won The Harvard social enterprise (2008) - Won The MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Competition (2008) - Chosen to address King Abdullah Ben Abdul Aziz at the National Dialogue Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. - HRH prince Khalid Al Faisel Awarded her the Kingdom prestigious award for scientific breakthrough - Awarded for an elite scholarship for the academically gifted presented by King Abdul Allah Ben Abdul Aziz. - Awarded for most talented Female entrepreneur of the year by Jeddah’s regulatory committee. - A member of British Top Young Researcher at House of Commons. - Sindi was a recipient of Princess Anne’s Award for her undergraduate work on allergies at King’s College, London.

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Events & Happenings

WHAT’S BEEN GOING ON...

MOHAMMED YOUSUF NAGHI MOTORS & HYUNDAI CHEER SPANISH SUPER CUP: Mohammed Yousuf Naghi Motors, sole dealer of Hyundai in KSA, showcased the 2012 Hyundai compact vehicles ‘Azera’ & ‘Veloster’ at the Jeddah Starvin Café before the final match of the Spanish Super Cup. Rivals Barcelona and Manchester United entertained the crowd of football and car lovers for this sporty event. Wael Bakri, GM of MYNM Marketing, said, “Compact cars reflect the mentality of today’s youth in elegance of design and quality in addition to durability and performance.”

JUFFALI ACES MERCEDES-BENZ SKILLS TEST: Four Saudi technicians at Juffali Automotive Company (JACO), the sole dealer for MercedesBenz cars in KSA, scored 100% on the general competency test organized by Mercedes-Benz for its dealers’ technicians across the Middle East. Mustafa Sulaiman Salman, Fahed Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, Mohannad Abdullah Al- Balushi and Khalid Jilan Al-Bsisi received scholarships for English language studies at a specialized institute in South Africa. “SWISS NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATED WITH PATRIOTISM”: The Swiss Consul General in Jeddah celebrated Swiss National Day on 21st September 2011 at his residence with patriotism and enthusiasm in the presence of diplomats and friends of Switzerland. Hans Stalder the Swiss consul general said that the National day is being celebrated late due to respect of Ramadan, a special month of fasting for Muslims. He also applauded the relationship of Switzer land and Saudi Arabia in various fields of investment where the delegations from both sides visits the countries and helps the economies of both countries. 22 DESTINATION JEDDAH

STAFF SALE “BACK TO STYLE’“EVENT: Staff Sale in Le Mall held an exciting ‘Back to Style’ event and storewide sale which brought Jeddah’s fashion crowd out for an evening of high-style make-overs and fashion tips.The girl of the most popular make-over (voted by a panel of Jeddah’s fashion bloggers) received all her items free, compliments of Staff Sale! Brands such as Vivienne Tam, Lorick of Gossip Girl, and many others straight from the runways of NYC were available at substantial discounts. SUNSILK SHAMPOO’S “BEST BEAUTY SALON“ COMPETITION”: Sunsilk Shampoo’s ‘Best Beauty Salon’ competition had over 50,000 voters logging on to Facebook to cast their votes. The lucky winner is Mona Abdulqader from Jeddah - she will fly to Tokyo to get a hair makeover by Sunsilk Co-creations straight hair expert Yuko Yamashita. She will be accompanied by five hairstylists from the winning salons: Bothainah Salon and Rema Beauty Center from Jeddah, Fashion Salon from Riyadh, and Jolie Dam and Al-Nafie Beauty Centers from the Eastern Province. IT’S ALL ABOUT FASHION: DJ had the pleasure of attending the It’s All About Fashion gallery that was held at the A&A boutique the first fashion and art gallery, a big step for Jeddah when it comes to fashion. The art was amazing and very unique the participant artists showed us the beauty of fashion and how it can be very artful. Lets hope for more fashion events for Jeddah in the coming years.

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Events & Happenings

PAKISTAN JOURNALIST FORUM CELEBRATION: The Pakistan Journalist Forum celebrated Pakistan Defence Day which commemorates the valour displayed by the Pakistani army and Saudi National Day to show their solidarity with Saudi Arabia. Abdul Salik Khan, the Consul General of Pakistan, was the chief guest and Tariq Miskhas, Editor-inChief of Urdu News, was the guest of honour. A number of respected community members were also present to show their solidarity with both countries. SAYIDATY & BENCH MARK IFTAR FOR ORPHANS: Sayidaty Magazine, with Bench Mark Events & PR Co. and Al Farida Beauty Co. Intl., held its annual charity iftar at which they honored more than 100 orphans and children with special needs. Guests included local singer Abadi Al-Johar, poet Al-Maana, actors Mohammed Bakhsh and Marwa Mohammed in addition to football players Khalid Gahwaji, Yasser Almeseelem, Ibrahim Hazzazi and the famous illusionist Mahmdouh Marzooki. Sayidaty’s Managing Editor Mona Siraj said, “Sayidaty Magazine’s annual initiatives include volunteer and charity works…this is the root meaning of social solidarity. HARLEY-DAVIDSON’S “MAKE EVERY DAY COUNT”: In partnership with the United Nations World Food Programme, Harley-Davidson Middle East and North Africa (MENA), held an Open House Day within every country in the MENA region on Sept 17, 2011 under the slogan “Make Every Day Count.” They showcased the new H-D Model Year Bikes for 2012 in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dhahran; the event allowed both riders and non-riders to experience the true spirit of Harley-Davidson. They also donated the proceeds from selected merchandise sales at the event to impoverished women around the world. 24 DESTINATION JEDDAH

EID AL-FITR CELEBRATION:

Photography by Harun Butt

This year Eid Al-Fitr was full of entertainment activities around Jeddah that included a variety of folklore and theater shows in addition to contests, acrobatics, sports activities, and performances by international bands, the celebration was marked by a beautiful display of fireworks at North Obhur, Nawras Square and the area of King Abdul Aziz Airport.

NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATION: Thousands of Jedawies took to the streets of Jeddah on the 23rd of September to celebrate the National day, Streets were packed with patriotic young people clad in green, dancing on the roof tops of their cars and on the road to blasting music coming from their car stereo, the north of Jeddah came to a halt for several hours, although it was frustrating to many who got caught in traffic, it was fun for thousands of young people, so keep in mind next year its either you join the fun or stay home and watch it on TV.

RAYTHEON COMMUNITY PHOTO CONTEST: On Thursday, September 22nd, Raytheon compound held its annual photo contest, categories of the competition were, Man Made, Creative, Nature and People. Compound residents participated and the photos were displayed for judges at the recreation center, prizes were given to each category winner and the best Saudi Arabia themed photo was considered for the RAYMES 2012 calendar.

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Mark Your Calender

October 2011

Jowhara Al Saud’s Solo Exhibition Sat “Your Friends & Neighbours”

Get Starting Get Healthy

Sun

Date: 3 - 5 October Venue: Intercontinental Hotel Website: http://www.kfafh.org/ dentalcon

Date: 20 Sep - 19 October Venue: Athr Gallery

Flea Market Tour

Fri

Have a chance to buy very cheap goods and more.

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Thu

Enjoy the Mornings

International Symposium: Aiming for BestMon Dentistry

GCC Visual Arts Exhibition

Sun

Date: 9 - 19 October Venue: Tasami Center for Visual Arts, Serafi Mega Mall

Includes sculpture, printing, calligraphy and photography by several artists. Also a book fair and many workshops.

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Challenge your Friends

Wed

Tue

Local Fish, Vegetables & Dates Markets

Thu

Shopping at reasonable prices, visit the old traditional fishing wooden boats & experience a variety of dates and learn unknown benefits. Sea food lunch included.

Bike at the Corniche

Wed

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4WD through the Sand Dunes of Bahra Fri Enjoy a spectacular end to the day in the sand dunes and end with a campfire and readymade BBQ. dinner

300

Biggest Gold Mine In KSA Including breakfast and lunch

Thu

Upcoming Events Explore Tours +966-5-07678139 DJ Recommendations info@DestinationJeddah.com Girls Day Out

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Jeddah Young Business Expo

Mon

Date: 10 - 13 October Venue: Al Harthi Exhibition center

Celebrait with Family

Sun

DAHMUN fund raising

Tue

Date: 11 - 12 October Website: www.dahmun.org

Dar AlHekma’s Model United Nations club presents its twoday fund raising event. For table reservation contact 0545750909

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

Mon

Fishing & Snorkelling at Al Lith Island & Visiting Shrimp Farm

Thu

Sustainable Design Days

including a boat trip and 3 Meals

Wed

Date: 12 - 13 October Venue: Park Hayatt Website: http://www.sesam-uae. com/jeddah/

An AIA’s launch event for which leading architects and planners will present, debate and lecture.

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Visit Jeddah Fountain

Take the kids to visit the fountain

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Clowns&Jokers

Arts &

Entertainment

REVEALING

THE CONCEALED:

ART & CENSORSHIP Jowhara AlSaud’s latest exhibition ‘Your Friends and Neighbours’ at the Athr Gallery is part of her ‘Out of Line’ series which focuses on censorship and its effects on visual communication. A native Saudi who splits her time between Jeddah, and New York, AlSaud studied film theory at Wellesley College and went on to receive her Master of Fine Arts in 2004 from the School of The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Her latest pieces are her interpretation of the complexities of cultural traditions as she manipulates photographs of Saudis in social interactions – the collective family. By erasing the facial features, she succeeds in conveying an intimate, yet identity-less, image…exposing interactions which capture the confidence and care-free attitudes depicted by the participants. The faceless images are arresting as they convey a snapshot of relationships in relaxation and repose. So much is revealed by what is concealed.

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AllSmiles

Windy

Sway

The exhibition will be at Athr Gallery Until October 19, 2011 For more information check the following website: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=142764279152689 Aces

Fan

AlSaud has exhibited her work internationally in group and solo shows, most recently at the Duolun Museum of Modern Art in Shanghai, China, The Sultan Gallery, Kuwait and Witzenhausen Gallery, New York. She has also exhibited at international art fairs in New York, Miami, Chicago, Palm Beach, Paris, Mexico, Dubai and Basel, Switzerland. Her work is part of the collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, as well as private collections across Europe, the US and the Middle East. DESTINATION JEDDAH 29

Arts &

Entertainment

The Teenage Life in Jeddah: Living Between Tradition and Aspiration

By: Layan Abdul Shakoor

The adolescent life in Jeddah is unpredictable; teenagers live in a fast-paced life with various struggles, torn between following tradition and their own aspirations. As 19-year-old Yasmeen al-Sawwaf said, “We face a constant struggle between customs and righteous needs. We are a generation resembling a pressured sphere that is ready to burst.” Limitations are placed on almost everything–– what you can say and do, and even the way you act. Yet, the adolescent life here is a powerful force surging through society. Over the past few years, there have been countless efforts from teenagers to further improve society or simply become a role model for other teenagers alike. But what do we teenagers really think of our lives here? “I believe that in the teenage phase, there is a thirst for creativity and action and a need to be heard. Living in Jeddah, it’s not that easy because the activities related to creativity and action are limited. If a person does have a talent, and wants to be heard, they can’t…because nobody listens, so they feel neglected to the point they refuse to believe that they even have a talent. It’s hard living in Jeddah because of the lack of creativity.” Anonymous, 17 “As a woman in Jeddah who is a lawyerto-be, I face a battle ahead of me as an individual woman in a male-dominated career. It encourages me to work harder to achieve greater success to prove that women are as worthy and as strong as men, and maybe even more so.” Yasmeen al- Sawwaf, 19

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“Jeddah is a boring city. There’s nothing to do for a teenager! We have to wear abayas in a place that’s so boiling every single day, and there’s no entertainment whatsoever! I feel trapped in a cage of heat and all everyone cares about here are grades. Why is it so important to get good grades in science when I don’t even want to become a doctor? I hate being trapped, and I hate being forced to do something that I don’t like, but it’s my parent’s wishes, and I have to respect them. What else can I do? I’m young, and because of that reason, I don’t know anything.”  Anonymous, 15

“To live an acceptable life as a female in Jeddah, it all depends on the people you accompany, and I’m not referring to your popularity here. Having a wellconnected social network helps you find what you need, get around, and enjoy your time.” Sundos Malaika, 18 “I love Jeddah; it’s my home, I lived here until I was eight. But then we moved around due to my father’s work, so my parents decided to make it easier for me and sent me to boarding school in Switzerland. I come here on vacations, and honestly, I love every minute of it. I love relaxing at home, seeing my family, and simply being in the place that I was brought up in. When people ask me if I prefer it here or living in Switzerland, they always expect me to say Switzerland because it’s so peaceful, calm, and different, but I always say it’s better here because this is my home and will always be, no matter how different it is. I will always love it.” Anonymous, 16

“Jeddah is an inspiring city to me, personally. I’ve lived here my entire life and, yes, there are times when I wish I could go abroad and breathe a different type of air, but my life is based here. My family and friends are all here, and what’s life without all of that? I feel as if my life is complete. Even though there’s not much to do in Jeddah, it is filled with opportunities - you just have to grab them the second they show up!” Anonymous, 15 “In Jeddah, I’m never alone. If my friends are busy, my brothers are there. If my brothers are busy, my cousins are there. There is always someone you can count on.” Maha al-Ghamdi, 17 “After years of living in Riyadh, I’ll have to say Jeddah feels like a breath of fresh air. I feel like I’m in another world with something new to offer every day. The society, the norms, and culture of Jeddah are significantly different from that of Riyadh. As a young adult, I find socializing in Jeddah to be easier and a lot more exciting than it is in Riyadh. There are generally more things one can do over here. Finding entertainment in Jeddah is nothing to be worried about. The society has some of the friendliest people I came across. From everywhere else I traveled, hospitality is like no other in the city of Jeddah!” Anonymous, 19

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Arts &

Entertainment

Point and Shoot: Capturing the Beauty of the Gulf The 3rd Annual FotoWeekend by Gulf Photo Plus will be held on November 16-19, 2011 in Dubai. The four-day event includes five international photographers who will teach, lecture, and host workshops designed to sharpen the skills of photography enthusiasts. “Gulf Photo Plus first held the FotoWeekend back in 2009 in response to participant feedback at our annual event in March,” explains Hala Salhi, organiser of Gulf Photo Plus. The FotoWeekend enables shutterbugs to bridge the gap in their skill-set and ensure they are at a level where they can most benefit from workshops presented by some of the world’s greatest photographers at the Gulf Photo Plus annual photography extravaganza in March. Highlights in the class schedule feature some first time workshops including ‘Shoot the City: Day & Night’ which is a hands-on workshop designed to teach students the technical and creative skills they need to create technically excellent and aesthetically stunning images. Seminars range from ‘Making the Most of Your Iphone Camera’ which utilizes the more popular aspects of social media to advanced tips for the ultimate food photography. Foto Weekend 2011 by Gulf Photo Plus is a unique opportunity for ambitious photographers to learn from experts in the field, with a special focus on the confident 32 DESTINATION JEDDAH

beginner to intermediate photographer. Participants will master the skills necessary to join advanced classes at Gulf Photo Plus 2011 in March. Both events aim to raise awareness about the art of photography while nurturing talent in the region. For more information about the course content, dates and bookings visit www.gulfphotoplus.com For further information contact: Hala Salhi Gulf Photo Plus +9714 360 2365 info@gulfphotoplus.com

Arts & Entertainment

Directory Bookstores

Fun & Recreation

Al-Fanous Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6553897 Al-Khair Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6936318 Al-Maktaba Stores Tel: +966-2-2562187 Al-Obeikan Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6927018 / 920020209 Dar Al-Mareekh Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6524682 Jarir Bookstores Tel: +920000089 Little Book Roshana Center Tel: +966-2-2634817 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754689 Madina Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6659045 Mamoun Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6446614 Tihama Bookstore Tel: +966-2-6970690 Rawaea Al-Maktabat Tel: +966-2-6827730 Virgin Tel: +966-2-2633886

Al-Hokair Tel: +966-2-6836666 Al-Shallal Theme Park Tel: +966-2-6063993 Bowling City Tel: +966-2-6690800 Bowling World Tel: +966-2-6744545 Chucky Cheese Tel: +966-2-6062608 Color Me Mine Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2180081 Funtime Pizza Tel: +966-2-6555992 Fun Day Tel: +966-2-2635487 Ice Land Tel: +966-2-6626666 IN10SO Tel: +966-2-2844992 Jeddah Lanes Tel: +966-2-6636381/ 6690343 Jungle Land Tel: +966-2-2881111 Kid’s Cafe Tel: +966-2-2634888 Mob: +966-555651653 Kid’s Castle Tel: +966-2-2634760 Moon Toon Tel: +966-2-2844855 Oceanica Tel: +966-2-2150723 Smart Kid (Al-Hokair) Tel: +966-2-4202370 Sparks Tel: +966-2-6162144 Stationery Fantasies Tel: +966-2-6827730 Vi Kids Club Tel: +966-2-2616899 Vortex Tel: +920009550

Libraries CBA Library Tel: +966-2- 6900671 Effat Library Tel: +966-2-6364300 Jeddah Public Library Tel: +966 2-6363920 Mirza Library Tel: +966-2-6721063 My Library Tel: +966-2-2631709

Museums & Art Venues Al-Alamia Gallery Tel: +966-2-6635107 Al-Tayebat International City Museum for Sciences & Knowledge Sitteen St. Tel: +966-503601376 www.altayebatcity.com Art Frame Trading Est. Macarona St. Tel: +966-2-6722339 ATHR Gallery Tel: +966-2- 2845009 www.athrart.com Darat Safeya Binzagr Tel: +966-2- 6571030 www.daratsb.com Ebdaa Gallery Center Tel: +966-2- 2154480 www.ebdaagallery.com Jeddah Atelier Tel: +966-2-6530812 Mansoojat Foundation www.mansoojat.org Rochan Gallery Tel: +966-2-6655630 Ext.236 Saudi Center for the Fine Arts Tel: +966-2-6696786 Basmoca Virtual Museum www.basmoca.com

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Fashion & Shopping

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Fashion & Shopping

Which

JEANS

are your

Whether it’s a dress or a flowing fustaan, nothing accentuates your curves more than a pair of well-fitting jeans. You’re never too old to wear jeans...it’s just a matter of discovering the right pair for you. Dark wash jeans can be dressed up for a chic, evening look while a pair of holey, faded glories are perfect for casual By Noor Qmar Zaheer weekend wear. Jeans should be hanging in everyone’s closet, but it’s imperative to try on several pairs and makes before selecting the best pair for your body type. So be a diva in denim; everyone can optimize their assets with judicious tailoring and the correct silhouette.

Perfect Fit?

Body Shape: Deciphering your size The best-fitted jeans are directly proportional to your body shape. Here is a concise way to determine what your body is really shaped like.

Shoulders Chest Waist Hips

Apple

Pear

Hourglass

Slender

Broad/Average Large Rounded Wide

Broad Large Well-defined Wide

Broad Average Well-defined Wide

Narrow Small No Definition Slim

Identified your body shape? Now let’s roll up our sleeves and get cracking to reveal which type of jeans suits your shape.

At the end of the day, a pair of good-fitting jeans can make a big difference in making that best first impression. You needn’t go far to find the best fitting denim in the market, Jeddah’s Tahlia Street boasts a variety of international brands where you can get the perfect jeans from DKNY to Zara to TopShop starting from SR 200. If you are looking for cheaper options, head to Debenhams, Next or New look located on Tahlia Street and Aziz Mall with a price range staring from SR 70 for a pair of good fitting jeans. You are what you wear so putting a in little bit of effort can go a long way to ensuring that you feel the confidence oozing out of you. Good luck in your jean endeavors! 36 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Boot Cut

Apple

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Hide

People who are apples are the most difficult to dress, but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t despair, there are plenty of choices available. People who are apples usually tend to have a large chest and a rounded, undefined belly. Boot cut jeans are perfect for apple-shaped people since they streamline the thighs and kick out over the shoe. Wear a heel (not too large ladies!) to help give the impression of longer legs.

Skinny & Straight

Hourglass

Parade Your Curves

The hourglass shape with its balanced proportions is thought of as the ideal female body shape. Boot cut jeans are perfect for your shape as they tone your thighs and show off your curves. A skinny or straight-legged jean is a good option as well as it will really show off those gorgeous curves of yours. Hunt for jeans that fit perfectly near your waistline. This will fit snugly on your hips creating lovely, smooth lines. If you cannot find a jean that fits you around the waist, try to find those that fit you on the legs and hips and make friends with your local tailor to make those last alterations for you.

Pear

Flared

Be Proud

This is one of the most common silhouettes amongst women. Ok, so you have wide thighs and your bum is heavier than usual and sometimes it looks a bit bigger than you would want it to be but your shoulders are slim with a perfect cinched in waist that other shapes die to have. Flared jeans are perfect for this shape that kick out from the knee and balances your lower half giving it a toned look. Choose dark colors of dark blue, black or indigo to help streamline your legs. Add a heel to elongate your legs for added drama.

Skinny

Slender

Very Chic

For women who are slender, women around you admire your shape. Although,you have got an enviable shape, sometimes, the clothes you wear can make you look a little boyish. Boot cut jeans or slightly flared jeans will add volume and will provide your body with added curves. Skinny jeans will look great on you. You can play with a variety of colors. Avoid black or indigo colors, as these will make you even skinnier. DESTINATION JEDDAH 37

Fashion & Shopping Gifts & Souvenirs

SLEYSLA: A Celebration of Saudi Heritage

The Sleysla Center is a return to the rich heritage of the Kingdom and a celebration of the forgotten crafts and artistry of this rich culture. “Sleysla” is a shortened version of “Selsela”, a type of stitching used in several of the Kingdom’s regions, including Makkah, Al-Baha, Asir, among others. Established by the Al-Faisalya Charity, Sleysla aims to encourage local handmade art, particularly those made by Saudi women. Described as a social welfare initiative, Sleysla produces local and traditional crafts made by Saudi women who are handicapped or deaf and those who come from families with limited income. By propagating a culture of rich art and restoring Saudi traditions of art, Sleysla aims to decrease poverty and unemployment by providing women with training and the opportunity to exhibit and sell their wares. Sleysla products embody such techniques as embroidery, sewing, ceramics, weaving and painting to create varied and warm pieces of art. Items like hand-painted Quran stands, brocaded Quran covers, dolls, and even woven handbags are hand-made using different techniques, including the recognizable palm-fiber weaving, so iconic 38 DESTINATION JEDDAH

in the Kingdom. Using local raw materials and providing training in different artisanal crafts, Sleysla is able to provide women with a real craft that they can utilize to bring in much-needed income or simply to display their skill and support of local Saudi art traditions. Using these time-honored skills and presenting them in a new and modern manner produces some unexpected results for example, a clutch made of palm-fibers. Each piece speaks to centuries of artisan skill and effort that Sleysla is keeping alive today and creating a tangible social benefit in the process. Al-Faisalya Women Welfare Society Tel: +966-2-6535000 Fax: +966-2-6514283 Tel: +966 2 664 6671 www.alfaisalya.org

Hand-made dolls woven from wool

Beautifully decorated baskets with hand-made embellishments Straw Clutch bags

Kimono doll Hand-made doll in Saudi attire

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Fashion & Shopping

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APP MUST

BREAST CANCER CONNECT Breast Cancer Connect is your immediate geo-mapping connection to the Breast Cancer Community in your area. Current patients, survivors, friends, family, care givers, and professionals connect and share information and experiences confidentially and anonymously (if you choose). You control visibility of your presence and availability. If you need or want to connect with others – select other members by the color of their pin.

DR K’S BREAST CHECKER Developed in consultation with breast health specialists, Dr K’s Breast Checker is designed to help you be breast aware. You’ll be able to track changes in your breasts with the app’s unique interactive tools, receive automated reminders to stay breast aware, and share the breast awareness message with your friends.

GAME REVIEWS

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DUKE NUKEM FOREVER

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If you liked the original 1990’s Duke Nukem, then you’ll happily enjoy reliving Duke’s over-the-top ego combined with the first-person shooter style and risque scenarios. Not for the faint-hearted...the arsenal of weapons and nonstop action will please diehard action fans looking for entertainment in the famous Duke Nukem style. Features include a gameworld full of interactive opportunities, overthe-top humor, outlandish settings, vehicle driving, and puzzle solving.

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Available on PC, PlayStation 3 & Xbox 360

Smart Purchases Contribute to Cancer Funds percentage of each purchase will go towards breast cancer research AUDIO UNLIMITED

SR 988

This wireless indoor/outdoor 2-speaker system by Cables Unlimited has SPK-VELO-P3 Audio with 900 MHZ remote and a dual power transmitter. It comes in bright pink to make a bold statement and 10% of proceeds will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Available at amazon.com

ALPEN WIDE ANGLE PORRO PRISM COMPACT BINOCULAR SR 195 Stylish, compact binoculars with a lightweight design and expansive 430 ft. field of view, multi-coated optic with rubber fold - down comfortable eye cups and BaK4 high index glass ensures safety with high-performance. Everyone needs a pair of these! Available at amazon.com

12-IN 1 FITNESS PACK SR 138 The only fitness pack you’ll ever need! It includes: Rechargeable Battery Pack, USB Charging Cable, Yoga Mat, Yoga Mat Carrier Strap, Water Bottle, Wii Fit Board Silicone Sleeve, Wiimote Silicone skin (supports MotionPlus) w/ Belt Clip, Workout Towel, 2 Wrist Bands, & Textured Foot Socks. Available at amazon.com

BREASTLIGHT SR 460 Breastlight is a new health and wellbeing product that gives you a unique view of your breasts. Breastlight shines a harmless red light through the breast tissue so that you can see some of the details inside - get to know what’s normal for you, spot any changes and feel more confident that you’re in charge of your body! Available at www.breastlight.com

VXI AWARENESS WIRELESS HEADSET SYSTEM SR 180 VXi V100 Pink Ribbon Wireless Headset System is a long-range wireless headset system including noise-canceling headset in three wearing styles and base/charging station. Select either Courage, Hope, or Progress. Available at amazon.com

BELKIN SPORT ARMBAND FOR IPOD NANO SR 105

This ultra-comfortable Sport Armband is handwashable, water-resistant and its unique ‘stitchless’ construction ensures long-lasting durability. It gives you easy-navigation access to your iPod and minimizes bulk on your arm. Enjoy your workout! Compatibility: 1st and 2nd generation Ipod nano Available at amazon.com

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Fashion & Shopping

VA VA VOOM, FACES SEPHORA

By Nilo Haq

Where Should I Shop For Makeup ? Living in Jeddah and trying to find the right kind of makeup is challenging…but it can be done. The problems? Well, there are very few, (close to none) female makeup artists at cosmetic stores. Second, most of the salesmen do not speak English, so unless you speak Arabic, you’re out of luck when trying to ask questions. So I came up with this guide to the most popular cosmetic stores in Mall of Arabia – hope it’ll help you put your best face forward! 42 DESTINATION JEDDAH

VA VA VOOM

Va Va Voom is one of the many stores, besides I got one a couple of years ago and I still use MAC and the Body Shop, that are owned by it as a beach bag. However, I’ve realized that customer service plays a vital role in purchasing the Alshaya Group. Amongst their stock, the right product and I found the they had all the regular brands like: staff at Va Va Voom to be generally YSL, Dior, Makeup Forever, Lancôme, Arabic speaking (fine if you’re Gurelain, Givenchy, etc, and one a linguist, but very difficult if really good thing about this store is you’re a newcomer!) They’re that since it is not as popular as usually just sitting on a stool Faces, they generally have the “sold behind the counter and they didn’t out” products you are looking for. really seem to be informed about the products they were One thing that I noticed about selling. Instead, they tried the store was that it sold Victoria to push me to look at the Secret Products. Now, I know “NEW Collection” rather you can find VS products than asking me what here and there around in I’m looking for or how Jeddah, but it was my first they could help me. time seeing a proper display. I really love VS fragrance, especially their perfume, Pros: ‘Bombshell’ (which is my • Victoria Secret Products are FAVORITE scent at the available moment). Their body • Provide gifts sprays and lip-glosses are very with purchases popular. Apart from that, Va Va Voom is • Usually have the products you’re known for mostly giving “bags” as a present looking for in stock. with the purchase of a fragrance.

Cons:

• Often not a bilingual staff • Boring displays • Staff not knowledgeable and pushy

iGlow’s Rating: **

FACES Walking into Faces, I felt like it had a very boring appearance. I don’t like how the makeup displays are so congested and close together, where each salesman pushes you to buy from the brand that he is endorsing. What if I want a foundation from Dior and a powder from Chanel? But overall I found the management at Faces to be excellent, and in any successful business, if the manager is there, the staff are likely to provide better customer service. What I like about Faces is that they always give good “gifts with purchase”. I’ve gotten YSL brushes, discount vouchers, mini eye -shadow palettes, etc. I also find Faces

to have a great product selection. They usually have items in the newest collection before the other cosmetic stores. BUT since Faces is so popular ; what often happens to me is I spend 20 minutes trying to decide on a product…

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only to find out they don’t even have it in stock! Very irritating. They should red sticker the items in the display that are out of stock so that we can try it, but we know that the item is not available. Also, I DON’T want to smell every single fragrance, so please stop handing me those fragrance-soaked sample papers! I find the staff to be knowledgeable, but pushy. They are not interested in any level of customer service besides looking to make sales: a big “No-No” in my book. As a customer, especially as a woman, I prefer salesmen to greet me…then leave me alone until I ask for help.

Pros:

• Newest Collections • Great Gift with Purchases • Good Management

Cons:

• Due to popularity - many items are out of stock • Pushy Salesmen

iGlow’s Rating: ***

SEPHORA When I moved to Jeddah 6 years ago, I remember asking my friends why there wasn’t a Sephora in Jeddah. And voila! A couple of years later, I saw a huge opening on Tahlia Street – thrilling! Sephora is like a “candy land” for those of us who love makeup. But over the years, they have also developed a great selection of skin care, fragrance & makeup. What I like about Sephora are their nice, big makeup displays. and their salesmen are more informed about the products they are selling. They offer a 10% discount card for regular customers too, and the salesmen, generally are not pushy. Another perk is the line of Sephora Brand Products: makeup, skincare, body care, and utilities, which are very reasonably priced. (Try Sephora Brand #14 lipstick, a perfect pink!)

Pros:

• Inviting ambiance • 10% Discount • Sephora Brand! • Relatively knowledgable staff, usually not too pushy • A good variety of hair/skin/makeup brands & products that are not available anywhere else in KSA • Large Displays • iPhone App (You can download the Sephora app and scan the item you would like to purchase. It will display customer reviews!)

Cons:

• Rare gift with purchases • Items out of stock • Do not have the newest collections as quickly as at Faces

iGlow’s Rating: * * * * www.facebook.com/nilohaq

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Fashion & Shopping

Directory Boutiques

Fashion Designers

Al-Jadila Boutique Tel: +966-2-2841249 Baby Fityani Tel: +966-2-6673971 Cugini Tel: +966-2-6612099 DADU Tel: +966-2-6633699 Jasmine Box Tel: +966-2-6685533 Jungle Blue Tel: +966-505660175 Lollipop Tel: +966-2-6643295 Life Tel: +966-2-2844266 Nawal Al-Maimani Tel: +966-2-6606502 Noukies Tel: +966-2-2611200 Ext: 110 Ondas Tel: +966-2-2611200 Ext:105 Mob: +966-5535079744 Paris & Oliver Tel: +966-2-2611210 Mob: +966-5535079744 Sabine Tel: +966-2-6651572 Sotra Tel: +966-2-6915082 The Neverland Circus Tel: +966-500398181 Pink or Blue Tel: +966-2-6634452 The Wedding Shop Tel: +966-2-6690808

Afaf Baflah Tel: +966-505325251 Amal Engawi Tel: +966-503613314 Basma Abuljadayel Tel: +966-506634000 Basma Al-Mouawad Tel: +966-533653333 Eman Joharjy Tel: +966-535687773 Fatima Abed Tel: +966-554369993 Gardenia Hafez Tel: +966-506666230 Hanaa Samman Tel: +966-505350958 Maha Ghalayeni Tel: +966-506661634 Manar Al-Rawi Tel: +966-569169923 Meriam Arab Tel: +966-503333128 Mona Abulfaraj Tel: +966-505652018 Nawal Maimani Tel: +966-2-6606502 Niyaah Tel: +966-500545455 Rania Khogeer Tel: +966-555532571 Rana Ismail Tel: +966-556666881 Rotana Alhashimi Tel: +966-554598449 Sahar Serafi Tel: +966-505622515 Salma Rudwan Tel: +966-504627012 Samah Khashoggi Tel: +966-505311588 Shaza Khayali Tel: +966-500909321 Thanaa Addas Tel: +966-504664288 Turki Jadallah Tel: +966-506677800 Wed Bogary Tel: +966-504634001

Custom Thobes Bazerkaan Tel: +966-2-2560044 HM Tel: +966-2-6828064 Lomar Tel: 920000554 Omar Azure Tel: +966-2-6921773 SAB Thobe Tel: +966-2-6100009 Sindi Tel: +966-2-6678587 Siraj Sanad Tel: +966-2-6979720 Tasmeem Tel: +966-2-6519014 Toby Tel: +966-540576639

Tel: +966-2-6644403 Azhar Rima Tel: +966-2-2564001 Eshrak Tel: +966-2-6643035 Florina Tel: +966-2-6670719 Flowers Center Tel: +966-2-6607391 Flowers Queen Tel: +966-2-6621779 Gardenia Tel: +966-2-6609220 Jannati Tel: +966-2-6984852 Orkidia Tel: +966-2-6833136 Nargis Flowers Est. Tel: +966-2-6673008 Petals Tel: +966-2-6642519 Rabya Tel: +966-2-6602856 Spring Flower Tel: +966-2-6519684 Sendian Flowers Tel: +966-2-6835679 Sultan Garden Center Tel: +966-2-6686666

Furniture

Abdul Latif Tel: +966-2-6913750 Al-Alameya Tel: +966-2-6915188 Al-Amer Tel: +966-2-6977767 Al-Fakhama Tel: +966-2-6355043 Al-Sabban Tel: +966-2-6919900 American Gallery Tel: +966-2-6676031 Batal Design Tel: +966-2-6983288 Bin Shayhoon Tel: +966-2-2574815 Bo Concept Tel: +966-2-6141418 Dimos Tel: +966-2-2830302 Florists Domvs Tel: +966-2-6611447 Al-Khidra Landscaping Estikbal Tel: +966-2-6913946 Tel: +966-2-6687511 Alwan Haba Tel: +966-2-6837239 Tel: +966-2-6687084 Arabian Flower Home Plaza

Tel: +966-2-6913659 IKEA Tel: +966-2-6633000 La Maison Colonial Tel: +966-2-2616800 Ligne Roset Tel: +966-2-6634158 Mazar Tel: +966-2-6642626 Mourastarr Tel: +966-2-6980498 MilaDora Tel: +966-2-6615152 NV Tel: +966-2-6684686 Options Tel: +966-2-6824888 Roche Bobois Tel: +966-2-6647272 Visionnaire Tel: +966-2-6988591 Wahat Tel: +966-2-6636267

Shopping Center Al-Khayat Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6655558 Shops: BOSS, Burberry, Chanel, Christian Dior, Coach, DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Emporio Armani, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Jacques Dessange Salon, Jamalouki, Louis Vuitton, Roberto Cavalli, Rubaiyat, Sergio, Tiffany & Co. & Co., Tods, TOUS , Yves Saint Laurent Ana Special Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6649155 Shops: Al-Mohra, Almayass, Basics, Buttons, Diva, Fox Fibre, I Love Hishma, Kash Kash, Vaniti, Lilies, Little Blossoms, Only For You, Sotra, Set Al-Hoson, Tefa, Flash Flare Aziz Mall Prince Majed Rd. Tel: +966-2-6162222 Supermarket: Panda Shops: Accessorize, Adams, Al-Maghrabi, Al-Sawani, Aldo, Aldo Accessories, DESTINATION JEDDAH 45

FCUK, Geox, Killah, Lacoste, Lindex, Lola et moi, Marlboro Classic, Miss Sixty, Patch Work, Primo, Quick Silver, Serb, St.Dupont, Sun Spot Etoile King Rd. Tel: +966-2-6973428 Shops: Al-Romaizan, Boss, Canali, Come As You Are, Emad Rizq, Fitoshi, Gentle Man, Lomar, Lo Spazio, My Fair Lady, Rawasy,

Ann Harvey, Athletes Foot, Aussino, B.Bush, Baby Shop, Barratts, Bata, Behavior, Bershka, Bhs, Camieu, Celina, Celio, Charles & Keith, City Max, Claire’s, Damas Jewelry, Dorothy Perkins, Etam, Faces, Femi.9, Gap, Giordano, Howard, Kids, Kotton, La Senza, La Senza Girl, La Vie En Rose, Mango, Mexx, Mikyaji, Milano, Miss Selfridge, Mothercare, Naomi, Nectar, New Look, Next, Nine West, Okaidi, Orchestra, Pans & Co, Paris Gallery, Pom Cherry, Promod, Pull & Bear, Pumpkin Patch, River Island, Riyadh Bank, SGT Major, Showtime, Sports City, Starbucks, Stradivarius, Swatch, Tape A L’Oeil, Terranova, The Body Shop, Urban, Vero Moda, Xanka, Zara, Zoppini

Hera’a Avenue Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6942236 Shops: Adams’ Kids, Aldo, Alhomaidhi, Barrats, Bershka, Camieu, Charles & Keith, Faces, Early Learning Center, Jennyfer, La Senza, La Senza Girl, La Senza Shop, La Vie en Rose, Marks & Spencer, Mikyaji, Mansoon, Nayomi, Nine West, Sergent Major, Sports City, Spring, Swatch, Tape A Loeil, The Body Shop, Wallis, Zain, Zara Kids.

Badriyah Towers Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6062777 Shops: Babooche, Basket of Pearl, Blend, Boutque Mix, BSX, Denim, Diesel, DKNY, Entra, Free Days, Hawanim, Infiore, Kurta Boutique, Le Style, Levi’s Store, Nowar, Optics2020, Pharmwacy, Samuel and Kevin, Suite 966, T Shirt & Jeans, Tony G’s, U Right, Zearuci Basateen Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6611721 Shops: Al-Ghazali, Al-Moalim, Al-Sawani Department Store, Anne Klein, Baby Fitaihi, Bakhashwain, Bali, Benetton, Betty Barkley, Esprit, Courier, Glitter, Guess, La Perla, Max & Co., Max Mara, Noon, Opticals, Replay, Rubaiyat, Swish, XOXO Coral Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6607624 Shops: Adawliah (Yamaha), Armani Jeans, Beach & Beyond, Calvin Klein, Color Be Mine, Ecko, Ed Hardy, 46 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Hera’a Intl. Souq Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6540097 Supermarket: Danube. Shops: Adams, Al-Attar, Al-Dahham, Al-Humaidi, Al-Maghrabi, Al-Mualim, Barkley, Benatton, Bershka, Bhs, Celio, Claire’s, Diesel, Esprit, Faces, Giordano, Guess, Health Lines, Jacadi, La Moda, La Senza, Mango, Milano, Mothercare, Naomi, Nectar, Next, Next Kids, Nina, Nine West, Panasonic, Paper Moon, Promod, Quick Silver, River Island, Sisley, Sony, The Body Shop, U2, Zara, Zain, Zimas Now Available at ... facebook.com/LIBRABTQ twitter: @LibraBoutique10 www.librabotique.com Le Chateau on Tahlia St. +966-2-2511063 +966-540884744

Jeddah Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6678666 Shops: Al-Musali & Al- Raies, Barakat Jewellery, Damas, Elite, Eye2eye, Faces, Gosh, Karen Millen, Kipling, Luxury, Maria Pino, Naomi, Swatch, Trussardi, WAIPAI La Promenade

Samah Khashoggi Reef, Zara, Zoppini, ZYNG

Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688737 Shops: Budget, Chic Boutique, Chole, Femi.9, Lerre, Lifestyles, Mavi, PaperMoon, Quik Sliver, Roxy, Sport Look

Nojoud Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2571217 Shops: Adidas, Al-Badr Optical, Alcott, Alhomaidhi, Bonia, Cortefiel, Emad Rizq, Faces, Feni 9, Gerry Weber, GS Big & Tall, I Zone, Pumpkin Patch, Lora Lina Sfera, Magrabi, Mango, Mobily, Women’s Secret, Sarafia, Shalky , Smash,Tanagra, Vincci

Le Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6600111 Shops: Accessorize, Claire’s, Fitaihi Jeweley, Karen Millen, la Senza, Musalli, Nine West, Rizq Jewellery, Rosyblue, Rubaiyat (Bags & Shoes), Showtime, Springfield, Swatch, The Body Shop Mall of Arabia Al-Haramein Rd. Tel: +920009550 Supermarket: Panda Shops: Abu Sharaf, Accesorize, Adams, Adidas, Ahmad Abdulwahed, Alpha Opticals, Alshaya, Balad, Bershaka, Blue Age, Bonia, Boots, Brics, BSB, BSX, C&B, C&K, Cameui, Camille’s Sidewalk, Carters, Celio, Chad Valley, Coast, D-F-P-T, Debenhams, Diesel, Desigual, Dorthy Perkins, Forever21, Evans, Exit, Faces, Gap, GBK, Girls, H-Flow, H&M, Hokair, Hush Hush, I Style, Jennyfer, Kikik, La Senza, La Senza Gril, La Vie En Rose, Lady Bird, Life Kids, Limited Too, Liz Claiborne, Lynnes, Mango, Maghrabi Kids, Mini Modu, Miss Selfridge, Miss Whatever, Mothercare, Nectar, New Yorker, Next,Nike, Nil Yarz, Nose, Oasis, Okaidi, Opt. Centre, Party Princess, Pride of Kashmir, Principle, Pull & Bear, Puma, Pumpkin Patch, Quiz, Ribbon, Rina, Salhiya, School, Sgt.Major, SIA,Spring, Stradivarius, Sun & Sands Sports, Swiss Corner, Tally Wejil, TCF, Terranova, Terranova Kids, The Museum, TPC, Twaila, Vero Moda, Vertbaudet, Viss, Wallis, Warehouse, White Company, Zahoor Al-

Mob: +966-505311588 Tel: +966-2-691-9505 SamahKhashoggi@gmail.com ‘ Samah Abayas ‘ on Facebook

Red Sea Mall King Rd. Tel: +966-2-2151551 Supermarket: Danube Shops: Adidas, Aigner, All Star Converse, Al-Mussali, Al-Refaie, Al-Sawani, Axiom, Barove, Beach & Beyond, Benetton, Bhs, Body Action, Body Shop, Bomby, Bonia, Boroue, Boss, Burberry,Calvin Klein, Change, Claire’s, Coach, Coast, Diesel, Diorucci, Divisage, Dorothy Perkins, Early Learning Center, Elaf (Travel Agency), Escada & Loriel, Esprit, Etro, Evans, Eye Fashion, Faces, Faith, Fanateer, Fashion Top, FCUK, Ferragamo, Fetaihi, Foot Locker, Giordano, Givenchy, Go Sport, Guess, Guess Accessories, Guess Kids, G2000, Izzue,Lacoste, La Perla, Lazourdi, Levis, Life Line, Life Styles, Limited Too, MAC, Mac PC’s, Maghrabi, Maghrabi kids, Mikyaji, Milano, Miss Sixty, Mommy Me, Montblanc, Mother Care, Naomi, Nara Camicie , Next, Noon, Nokia, Oasis, Obaji, Occasions, Occulis, Optic Center, Panasonic, Paris Gallery, Patchi, Puma Watches, Replay, Rubaiyat, Rolex, Rouj, S & K (Samuel & Kenvin), Samsonite, Sephora, Sergio Rossi, Sony, Sports Wear, Swatch, Tea Gschwender, Tiffany & Co., DESTINATION JEDDAH 47

Tihama (Stationery), Top Shop, Top Man, Versace, Vision Express, XOXO, Zuhur, Zoopini Roshana Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2634899 Shops: 4U4Ever, Abo Moammar, Adolfo Dominguzs, Aire Barcelona, Al Homaidi Watches, Al Naghi Jewellery, AMH, Armand Basi, Baby Fitaihi, Bayana, Biggie Best,Bimba & Lola, Blanco, ByBasi, Comfort Zone, Dandara, Diktons Barcelona, Extra Ordinary, Fairooz, Fityani, Gara Roufa, Her Majesty, Jade Jewellery, Jounah, La Femme Chic, Lights, Linen Chest, Little Book, Lolaetmoi, Lorina, Majed Saleem Jewellery, Mario Zegnoti, Memories Gifts, Mr. Mohammad Rizq, My Fair Lady, Nail Spa, Nof Jewelery, On Time Plus, Pretty Shoes Yalghi Couture, Reem Spoosa,Ruben Perlotti, Sabaya, Samsung, Sarwat, Scholl, Seasons Perfumes, SID, Virgin Megastore Roshan Mall Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6226720 Supermarket: Hyper Panda Shops: Abdul Samad Al-Qurashi, Axiom, Bonia, Callem, Cavlo Rino, Cell Com, Cinnzeo, Claire’s, Colombia Sports Wear, Fendi, Gerry Weber, Giordano, Grand Optics, Gucci, Herffy, Ikks, It’s Mine, Jacqueline Riu, Kashmir, Lingo, Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics, Maghrabi, Mango, Mikyaji, Miss Fashion, Missha, Mothercare, Nayomi, Nectar, Panda, Royal Mandaina, Samuel 48 DESTINATION JEDDAH

& Kevin, Sayadyah Express, Sensi, Show Time, Stadivarious, Sun & Sand Sports, Swatch, The Body Shop, Timberland, Tom Tailer, Toys R Us, U-Qote, Vavavoom, Versace Serafi Mega Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2844886 Supermarket: Danube Shops: Al-Sawani, Baleno, Claire D K, Claire’s, Faces, Go Sport, Life Style, Maghrabi, Pepe Jeans, Samuel & Kevin, Sensi, Swatch, Voyage Stars Avenue Mall Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-2754522 Super market: Carrefour. Shops: Agatha, AlGhazalo, Al-Humaidi, Al-Mutahajibah, AlOthaim, Al-Shayiya Accessory, Arabian Oud, Argeterie, Art of Idea, Axiom, Baby Fitaihi, Batteel, BCBG, Benetton, Body Shop, Bonpoint, Borbonese, Breil, Carolina Herrera CH, Champion, Coach, Cole Haan, Collci, Courier, Cream, Custo Barcelona, Cute, Derby X, Destination Maternity, Faces, Faith Connexion, Farsi Jewelry, Fayandra, Fityani, GBK, GC Watches, Geox, Guess Accessory, Guess by Marciano, Hang Ten, Issam Jamal, Jarkas, Jasmine Box, Jimmy Choo, Kanz Al-Sahra, Karen Millen, Khider Rizek, Kohar, Kurt Geiger, La Perla Palace, Lacoste, Lide X, Little Book, Liujo, L’ Occitane, Love Sac, Lyne’s, Magrabi, Majesty, Mama’s and Papa’s, Mango, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Masagh, Max Mara, Mikayaji, Mimosa, Moschino, Mutamiez,

My Accessory, Nayomi, Nectar, Newbury, New Look, Odd Molly, Oliver and Company, Painegonda, Patchi, Paul and Joe, Paul Smith, Penny Black, Petit Bateau, Pomellato, Paul Frank, Pucci, Quick Silver, Replay, Rubaiyat, Rumaizan, Saks Fifth Avenue, Samuel and Kevin, Sensi, Shalky QQ, Space Toom, Stella McCartney, Swarovski, Swatch, Tara Jarmon, Teen2Teen, The Counter, Tiffany, Tipity Toes, Tumi, Vertu, Victoria Casal, Voila, Waed, Wahat Al-Jalabiya, Wazer Pharmacy, XOXO, Zanotti Tahlia Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2634662 Shops: Al-Humaidi, AlRayes, Armani Exchange, Bakhsh Jewellery, Birkenstock, Coach, Claire’s, Cope Copine, Daniel Hechter, Du Pareil Au M’em, Emad Rizq, Esprit, Evans, Giordano, Lacoste, La Moda, Laura Ashley, LoraChilli, Laurel, Limited Too, Longines, Make Up Forever, Mac, Mikyajy, Milano, Moawad, Naoumi, Nectar, Omega, Paris Gallery, Pierre Cardin, River Island, Rolex, Rubaiyat,Sanrio, Sephora, Swarovski, Swatch, T.S. Dupont, Terranova, The Body Shop, Tiffany &Co., Tina Tailor,Top Shop / Top Man

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Red Sea Coast

Operation Jeddah Underwater & Coastline Cleanup

Text & Photography by Romy Israel

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Red Sea Coast

The Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association of Western Region, KSA (APO-AAWRKSA) conducted their annual coastal cleanup along the Jeddah shoreline in support of Project AWARE (Aquatic and Water Awareness, Responsibility and Education) Foundation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; an international foundation that aims to conserve the underwater environment. The activities involved education, advocacy and action. APO is the largest international service fraternity which was founded in 1925 in Pennsylvania, USA. Its primary purposes are to develop leadership, to establish friendship, and to promote service. Since 1925, Alpha Phi Omega has spread all over the United States with more than 600 chapters from coast to coast; the Western Region chapter was established in 1992. 50 DESTINATION JEDDAH

This year’s coastal cleanup event coincided with Worldwide Environmental Month (September) and involved three essential components: 1. Divers cleaned up the underwater environment 2. Non-divers cleared the coastline of litter 3. Information and education campaign raised awareness

APO members were joined in the coastal cleanup by members of the Filipino Divers Association, several Filipino community service associations, as well as local and expat divers and environmentalists. Over 300 volunteers cheerfully participated in this annual event…garnering a heartfelt ‘Thank-you’ from a passerby who was visiting the Corniche for an early morning stroll with his family. DESTINATION JEDDAH 51

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Who benefits from the Coastal Cleanup? 1. Everyone who uses the Jeddah coastline for recreation or commercial purposes will benefit from this programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s improvements in cleanliness and safety. 2. Wildlife and plants benefit as trashfree water results in improved habitats. Entanglement of animals in fishing line, and ingestion of plastic by wild animals will both be decreased. 3. Volunteers involved with the cleanup will learn firsthand the impact litter has on our shore. There is no better education about the harm that litter can cause than by bagging it for several hours. 4. Students benefit by gaining practical skills in management, organizing, program development, and public relations while helping Jeddahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s environment. Teachers benefit by learning their important role in teaching their students about recycling and litter issues. 5. Jeddah as a municipality will benefit as litter is collected through volunteer efforts, rather than spending riyals on workers. 52 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Dive Shops & Dive Resorts

Directory Al-Khorayef Yamaha Marine Equpment Location: King Rd. next to Auto Mall Tel: +966-2-4202666 mmumtaz@alkhorayef.com Opening hours: Sat - Wed: 8 AM - 12.30 PM, 5.30 PM - 9 PM Thu: 8 AM - 1.30 PM Fridays closed!

Blue Reef Divers Location: Behind Danube, off Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6613931 info@bluereefdivers.com Opening hours: Sat - Wed: 9 AM - 11 PM Thu - Fri: 7 AM - 11 PM Branch: Durrat Al-Arous (50km north of Jeddah) Tel: +966-546154356

Desert Sea Divers Location: On North Obhur Rd. (Creek), near Rose Village Compound GPS: N21°43.685’, E39°06.449’ Tel: +966-2-6561807 Fax: +966-2-6561288 info@desertseadivers.com www.desertseadivers.com Opening hours: Sat - Wed: 10 AM - 8 PM Thu - Fri: 7 AM - 8 PM Mondays closed!

Dream Divers

Location: King Rd. next to Auto Mall Tel: +966-2-2150019 Fax: +966-2-6644892 marketing@alahlam-marina.com eric_fwd@yahoo.com (for boat trips) www.alahlam-marina.com Opening hours: Sat - Thu: 9 AM - 11 PM Fri: 6 PM - 11 PM

Red Sea Divers

Hans Sjoeholm

Dive Coordinator Looking for the basics or instructor level courses? Hans, a 25-yearveteran diver, is the most qualified in the Kingdom for you to learn from.

PRO UW Photo and Videographer Contact: +966-551070190

hans@destinationjeddah.com desertsea2000@yahoo.com

Location: Opposite Danube, off Tahlia St. GPS: N21°32.743’, E39°09.727’ Tel: +966-2-6606368 Fax: +966-2-6602064 redseadivers@arab.net.sa Opening hours: Sat-Wed: 9 AM - 11 PM Thurs & Fri: 7.30 AM - 11 PM

Natlus Divers

Location: Behind Danube, off Tahlia St. GPS: N21°32.790’, E39°09.802 Tel: +966-2-6651304 Fax: +966-2-6608224 info@natlusdivers.com

Opening hours: All week: 9 AM - 10 PM

Beach Resorts Andalus Resort: +966-2-6561444 Bahadur Resort: +966-2-2344400 Blue Beach: +966-2-2341900 Coral Beach: +966-2-6561343 Crystal: +966-2-6563032 Dive Village: +966-2-6561980 Durrat Al-Arous: +966-2-6180000 Fal: +966-2-656 0033 Movenpick: +966-2-6555550 Nakheel: +966-2-6066644 Obhur Resort: +966-2-6563030 Remal: +966-2-6561880 Reem Riviera: +966-2-2342332 Sheraton: +966-2-234 2264

Dive Resorts Dive Village: +966-2-6561980 Dream Beach: +966-2-2342266 Durrat Al-Arous: +966-2-6180000 Fal Diving: +966-2-6560033 Ext. 624 Red Sea: +966-2-6562199

Jeddah Marinas Dream Beach: +966-2-2342266 Al-Nakheel Village: +966-2-6562101

Jeddah’s dive shops are the city’s resource for water sports and activities. They are in the know about the latest rules and regulations, do’s and don’ts and offer sound safety advice with a smile. DESTINATION JEDDAH 53

Dining Around Town

The Melting Experience By Yousra Elwi

There is one pleasure which is impossible to resist…chocolate. The mystical sensation that is aroused by the melting of refined chocolate in the mouth is an experience that we all cherish; and CHOCOLAT is an expert in offering this matchless sensual experience. As you walk in to CHOCOLAT, you enter a cozy Parisian shop in which you sense you’ll be getting exclusively personalized service. The French-inspired décor sets an intimate ambiance, heightened by the French chef behind the display counter who lusciously describes each item in the display case. The delicacies offered at CHOCOLAT are all made with Belgian

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ingredients blended together from French recipes, giving you the ‘crème de la crème’ of gourmet chocolate. CHOCOLAT offers an original range of fillings including creamy ganache, praline, marzipan, fruitfilled infusion, vanilla, coffee and much more; all made of fresh natural ingredients giving a perfectly balanced sweetness.

CHOCOLAT also offers other treasures such as special macaroons, truffles and desserts. Indulgence is the key ingredient in CHOCOLAT’s recipes; so whether you want to spoil yourself with a self-selected bar of gourmet chocolate or you want to share the pleasure with your special ones, CHOCOLAT will prepare your package accordingly. The exquisite wrapping makes you feel that you just got a special jewelry gift that you can’t wait to reveal. You can go upstairs to their cozy lounge and order a cup of hot chocolate or coffee with a chocolate fondue or a crème brulee if you can’t wait to get home! “My wife and I go to CHOCOLAT every Thursday morning for breakfast; my wife’s favorite item is the French Basket, she‘s become addicted to it; as for me, I like to try something new every time we go, I once ordered crepes, last Thursday I had pancakes…can’t wait till next Thursday.” Ramy, 32 years old “I had my wedding cake made by CHOCOLAT, and what a cake that was! The decoration was super classy and it tasted incredible - a lot of my guests kept asking where it was from.” Sara, 24 years old

with a ribbon that had my name and the company’s name! The box felt like it was specially designed for me.” Mohamed, 30 years old “Every time I go to CHOCOLAT, I stand in front of the counter for a long time wondering what to buy; I always feel that I am missing out if I choose one over the other.” Hoda, 33 years old

“For my birthday, my son got me a box of raspberry and passion fruit chocolates from CHOCOLAT along with flowers; I was deeply touched.” Hanan, 42 years old “CHOCOLAT has the best hot chocolate in town, I love it!“ - Dania, 18 years old “Last Friday, we went to CHOCOLAT after we had lunch in a nearby restaurant; I ordered the Rose Latte - something that I’ve never seen or tasted like before! I drank it without mixing cause it just looked so good.” Lubna - 22 years old

Location: The Courtyard at bin Sulaiman Center, Intersection of Pr. Sultan & Rawdah St. Order line: 02-6068830

“Finally a place that sells chocolate truffles, I’ve been looking all over Jeddah for them.” Khaled, 23 years old “For my farewell, my colleagues got a chocolate box from CHOCOLAT wrapped

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PLEASURE Comes in Slices

As far as foreign cuisines go, no dish is as universally liked nor as versatile as pizza. In fact, going as far as calling it “foreign” feels like such a stretch! Whether it reminds you of being a child enjoying a birthday party or an adult visiting an authentic Italian restaurant abroad, pizza is first and foremost, the ultimate crowdpleaser. We’ve tried the famous pizza chains, yet we’re also lucky to experience the boutique pizzerias which have sprung up all over Jeddah. Being such a melting-pot of cultures, you are sure to find a pizza to suit even the most finicky of eaters.

Aroma Café on Alhamra-the Corniche One of the many cafes in Jeddah, but one of the few that have stood the test of time. Initially, people flocked to the place because of its unique atmosphere and decent shisha, however, its regulars remain loyal for its food that hasn’t compromised on quality over the years. The international-fusion is apparent in its pizza which is very aromatic as it is prepared fresh with Middle-Eastern herbs. Large enough to split, yet light enough that it won’t leave you feeling overly-stuffed… this pizza leaves you wanting more. Contact info: 02 660 5160

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La Promenade on Tahlia Street Overlooking one of the most happening streets in town is La Promenade. Often ignored by the many shoppers, it offers a variety of different cuisines, yet most prominent is Italian…and yes, yes, they offer shisha as well. Get a seat next to the large window and enjoy its cozy décor. Almost set up like a pristine, yet classic hotel, the soft sofas might even be too comfortable to eat pizza in safety. The staff is always friendly and their pizza is superb. With a very thin crust and fresh vegetables on top, you won’t feel guilty indulging here. Contact info: 02 668 8712

Il Porto

Rossopomodoro

Malik Road

A charming pizzeria situated on the park Hyatt Marina resembles the small pizzerias one finds in Italy, with its checkered tablecloths and its wood pizza oven along with the outdoor seating, makes a perfect place for a day time lunch, a family treat or a romantic dinner, their perfect thin crust pizza served in a hot pan with variety of toppings, such as, Caesar, Tropical, old plain Margarita and the all time favorite, Peperoni, you can also make your own choice of toppings and watch it prepared in front of you, don’t miss their salad bar and our last advice, book in advance if you are planning to visit Il Porto on a weekend.

Finally, an Italian restaurant whose management is as Italian as the food it serves. Originally a chain in Naples, which is known for being the birthplace of the pizza, this restaurant opened its doors to Jeddahwis earlier this year. Rossopomodorro has been described in newspapers as “Neopolitan visits cosmopolitan.” The pizza section of the menu takes up most of the space and offers twists to the classics (fried pizza, anyone?), yet is still able to satisfy those who aren’t as adventurous. This place boasts the freshest ingredients and stays true to traditional Italian flavors.

Contact info: 02 650 1024

Contact info: 02 692 6318

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Margherita

Lallo’s

Prince Sultan St.

Tahlia- Obhur

Located in the middle of all the rowdiness in Jeddah is a charming new Italian restaurant. One of the newer ones to pop up, this place is more difficult to get a table as it always seems packed with businessmen who came by for lunch, or families wanting to enjoy the ambiance, which is lively yet intimate. Capitalizing on the new craze for brick-oven pizza, Margherita does not disappoint its patrons. The dough is baked; soft on the inside yet crisped to perfection on the outside, topped with fresh ingredients, the most popular choice being pepperoni. Make sure you call ahead to ensure a spot; this pizza is not to be missed.

For over 35 years, this place was only located at the Italian Culture Center. It wasn’t until they opened a branch to the public that people got to taste the best Italian food without leaving Jeddah. For years Lallo’s was the only place to go for a traditionally-made pizza. With a branch in Obhur, it’s the perfect place to stop for a satisfying dinner on the way home from the beach. With its garden-fresh ingredients and talented head chef, Lallo’s has been the pioneer of Italian authenticity for many, many years and shows no signs of slowing down.

Contact info: 02 606 1100

Contact info: 02 661 4719

Castello’s Khalid Bin Alwaleed St. Truly a hidden jewel, Castello’s is one of Jeddah’s best-kept secrets. Open for around 30 years, this place somehow manages to never lose its vibe; almost like walking onto a scene of The Godfather. With its dim lighting, and cozy set-up, you are immediately put at ease. The food remains as enjoyable as ever, and their pizza is (you guessed it) oven-baked to crisp perfection. Go for the pizza, stay for the linguine, soup, or tiramisu. Contact info: 02 665 2281

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Pizza Lenuo on the Corniche

Wood. Burning. Ovens. If those three words don’t tantalize your taste buds, then you’ve probably never had a real pizza. Slightly hidden, yet once you notice it, you wonder how you’ve missed it… and once you’ve tasted it, you’ll wonder how you’ve gone this far without it! They truly make pizza right at Lenuo’s. From the number of different choices, to the simple margherita, to the “build-your-own,” the care that goes into each pie or calzone is evident with each bite. Contact info: 02 661 5588

Piatto Malik Road

Pizza Fusion AlRawda- Malik Road

Piatto is a new addition to the Italian scene in Jeddah. This place aparantly uses good, quality ingredients. The Pepperoni pizza and Quattro Formaggi are on top of the list. Piatto masters both, with their thin and crispy crust, and fresh tasty toppings. The blue cheese taste in the Quattro formaggi was very strong. the Quattro Stagioni was very goood.... This place is beautiful; the staff is friendly and the prices are very reasonable. Contact info: 02 692 2501

This place has a reputation for inventing the “healthy pizza.” No such thing, you say? In Jeddah, this is the only place which gives you the option of ordering your choice of pizza on wholegrain dough, giving it a rustic, hearty flavor. Mighty generous with their chunks of vegetables, all ingredients are certified organic too. Priding themselves on their environmentalism, even the pizza boxes are recycled. With two branches so far, this is a pizza chain unlike the ones we have been familiar with. Rawda-Contact info 1: 02 261 6933 Malik road-Contact info 2: 02 692 4606 DESTINATION JEDDAH 59

Uno’s Chicago Grill Prince Sultan St.

Isabella’s is another hidden Italian restaurant. No gimmicks or fancy adverts for this place, which may be why it’s not as well known as it should be. With its large outdoor patio, its casual setting makes it perfect for a good pizza. The brick oven alone where the pizza is baked should suffice. Not as thin as a traditional Italian pizza, yet not as doughy as it is in the US. When the weather starts to cool, this place starts to fill up fast.

Now, if being presented with a thinly crusted pizza with fresh greens on top and drizzled with some kind of olive oil is not your idea of pizza (“I want a MAN’s pizza!”), then do not fret. Anyone who has ever had a deep-dish Chicago-style pizza would know where to go if you want a meaty, cheesy, herby, smotheredin-tomato-sauce pizza pie. The story goes that in the US, pizza used to be eaten as a snack until the founder of the restaurant figured that if you combined some of Italy’s old, authentic recipes with impressive quantities of the best meats, fresh cheeses, ripe vegetables and flavorful spices, pizza would become a hearty meal. It was the start of an American tradition. Uno’s pizza is at least two inches thick with ingredients, you will get your money’s worth and leave fully satisfied.

Contact info: 02 256 6008

Contact info:02 622 1320

Isabelle’s Alzahra Dist.

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Mystery Diner Lamborghini Cafe All Revved Up… But Nowhere To Go Tonino Lamborghini Cafe, a recently opened hip, innovative café, is set apart by its affiliation with a top notch automotive brand – Lamborghini. Ever dreamt of getting behind the wheel of a souped up racecar? Well, take a seat in this new café, buy some branded merchandise, and sip a high-voltage espresso to experience life in the fast lane! Or at least that was what I had in my mind on my first visit…but the reality left me feeling empty. The red, black, and yellow color scheme shouts Lamborghini, even from a distance. The ambiance is outright masculine, from the dominance of the color black to the blue-lit bar and the edgy setup. Chairs are comfortably functional, café layout makes it easy to spot a waiter, and the lighting is pleasantly dim without affecting visibility of the surroundings. The Lamborghini stamp is on every item you lay sight on, from the tissue box, the coasters and the napkins, the distinctive logo stands out. The Lamborghini Shop at the entrance to the café carries all things Lamborghini gadgets and collectables, t-shirts, shoes, watches, wallets, and every imaginable

accessory. But judging from the hustle and bustle in the shop as compared to the café… it’s obvious that people are spending money on everything but the food and drinks! The menu is quite simple: not too many pages and not too many items - pizzas, sandwiches, drinks, and desserts. Come on – Italy is an amazing country with lots of delicious food, but the menu doesn’t reflect either Italian variety or quality. However the Lamborghini flavor is strongly sensed in the drinks, especially the hot ones; the coffee is intense, concentrated and gives a speedy caffeine hit. Nothing less than firstclass service is expected at a café with the brand name ‘Lamborghini’, yet it remains to be seen if expectations will be met in this regard. No dividers between ‘Families’ and ‘Singles’ section leads to confusion, while basic attention to service can be improved, as well as waiters’ English language skills. It’s worth searching out the Lamborghini Café for an overall novel experience, but don’t count on a 0- 60mph kick-start to your evening! Location: Mall of Arabia – 2nd Floor

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Bait Al-Jawi Feeling adventurous? Need an adrenaline rush? Nothing beats a trip to Bait Al-Jawi, an Indonesian restaurant that has adventure written all over it. For a first-timer, just glimpsing the menu will surprise you with unfamiliar names like Gado-Gado (steamed bean sprouts and vegetable salads with spicy peanut sauce), Corupuk (prawn crackers), Deng-Deng (beef generously seasoned with hot chilies), Beef Rendang (spicy beef curry with tamarind) since they come from a completely different language. Don’t hesitate to ask the staff about the dishes - they are more than happy to help and frequently translate the menu. Do try the ultimate traditional Indonesian dish- the special Jawi Mixed Dish. It is served on large plate with a bed of rice in the middle and surrounded by vegetables, meat, fish, eggs, and poultry and garnished with shrimp fritters, banana chips, peanuts and pickles. For an extra SR 7, they will also throw in grilled Chicken Satay (marinated, skewered and grilled meat), Corupuk and a soft drink! Adventurous and affordable - after all, variety is the spice of life. Location: Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-2367666

Voila (Chocolate Fondue) One of the few places in Jeddah where you can find the perfect Madeleine cake – a soft, buttery creation with a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture, is…Viola. Their version of this classic French pastry cake is perfectly shell-shaped, with a creamy texture available in two different varieties of chocolate and vanilla, flavored with a hint of orange and lemon flower water respectively. The cakes are baked from scratch daily. For the ultimate indulgent treat, grab some Madeleines and a chocolate fondue set from Viola, complete with chocolate in a pot and a burning tray. Try dipping the Madeleines in the chocolate fondue - for sharing with family or for an evening with ‘the one’, this combination of Madeleine cakes with decadent chocolate fondue is a fun, creative dessert. Take it from us; you won’t regret it! Location: Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754411 Milleninum Ctr. Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6684343 DESTINATION JEDDAH 63

BonBon Bakery… Tres Bon!

If you’re looking for freshly made, French-style pastries, your search can end at the newly opened BonBon Patisserie & Bakery in Stars Avenue Mall. It’s a full-service bakery and dessert lounge built to showcase the talents of Chef Dominique Brun, one of the most talented pastry chefs of his generation. He and his team create mouth-watering cakes, cupcakes, pastries, cookies, and other confectioneries as well as made-to-order wedding cakes, celebration cakes and customized edible fantasies. Everything on the menu is made from scratch using the finest ingredients available. In addition to a generous seating area where customers can enjoy a cup of coffee with a delicious dessert, BonBon will be expanding into an open-air section and adjacent vacant space to accommodate the throngs of eager guests.

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The interior of the new space conveys the same bright, welcoming atmosphere as the previous location, interwoven with contemporary details. “We’re fortunate to be able to open a second BonBon Bakery. The success we’ve had with this concept can be credited to the level of skills and the careful selection of ingredients that our chefs use to create masterpieces.” said Mr. Hani Al Attas, President of Leylaty Group. Location 1: Andalus St. / Tel:+966(02) 6832209 Location 2: Star Avenue / Tel:+966(02) 2754830

Restaurants

Directory American 16 Hundred Le Chateau Mall,Tahlia St Tel: +966-2-2614415 Tel: +966-549302320 Americano Burger Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6728488 American Corner Khalideya St. Tel: +966-2-6060188 Applebees Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6610012 Chili’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6634760 Roshan Mall Tel: +966-2-6046800 Flap Jacks Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6681191 Fuddruckers Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6686330 Manhattan Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Muchos Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6613111 Mugg & Bean Serafi Megamall Tel: +966-2-6573333 ext. 334 Ruby Tuesday Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6501999 Steak House Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6829955 Red Sea Mall. Tel: +966-2-2151200 T.G.I Friday’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6529330 The Texan Meridien Hotel Tel: +966-2-6633333 Tony Roma’s Mall of Arabia Tel: +966-2-6123534 Uno’s Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6221320

Millenium Ctr. Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6684343 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754411

Chinese

Be One Maa’adi St. Tel: +966-2-6143753 Brazilian Baytote Chinese Dlv. Rio De Janeiro Rawdah Dist. Sari St Tel: +966-2-6164442 Tel: +966-502330914 China Gate Spears Sari St. Intercontinental Hotel Tel: +966-2-6970672 Tel: +966-2-6611800 China Hut On The Border Prince Sultan St. Malik Rd Tel: +966-2-6625898 Tel: +966-2-22150891 Chopsticks Chocolates Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6907575 Al Pina Durrat China King Rd. Prince Abdullah St. Tel: +966-2-6905885 Tel: +966-2-2616885 Anoosh Golden Palace Sari St. Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6832209 Tel: +966-2-6690377 Bon Bon Andalus St. Gulf Royal Tel: +966-2-6697655 Rawdah St. Chocolate Corner Tel: +966-2-6653335 Rawdah St. Noodles Tel: +966-2-6630449 Rosewood Corniche Chocolate Sense Tel: +966-2-2578888 Tahlia St. Soy Tel: +966-2-2847740 Rawadah St. Chocolate Studio Tel: +966-2-6643414 Sari St. Toki Tel: +966-2-6985222 Laylati,Malek Rd. Ganache Tel: +966-2-6060606 Rawadah St. Xian Gong Tel: +966-2-6601390 Sheraton Hotel Caramel Tel: +966-2-6992212 Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6688527 Coffee & Tea Chocoline Shops Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2842846 360 Cafe Dactylifera Intercontinental Hotel Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6611800 Tel: +92008182 Annafora Cafe Miss Chocolate Intercontinental Hotel Rawda St. Tel: +966-2-6638989 Tel: +966-2-6611800 Nesma Chocolates Avezzano Cafe Prince Sultan St. Serafi Mega Mall Tel: +966-2-6947790 Tel: +966-595122266 Red Sea Mall Campioni Sports Cafe Tel: +966-2-2150141 Batarji St. Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6395695 Tel: +966-2-2845820 Cilantro Cafe Patchi Tahlia St. Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2611191 Tel: +966-2-6695858 Chai & Ba Voila Chocolate

Khalideya Dist. Tel: +966-2-6642084 Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Al-Shate’e Dist. Tel: +966-2-2753914 Coffee Republic Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-6637575 Costa Coffee Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6067741 Craze Rawdah Star Center Tel: +966-2-6653065 Deera Cafe King Rd. Tel: +966-2-2754491 Joffrey’s Coffee Tahalia St. Tel: +966-2-6677234 Melange Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6695619 Pearls Cafe Rawadah St. Tel: +966-2-6642233 Soleil Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888 Tea Amo Tahlia St./ Coral Mall Tel: +966-2-6601738 TeaGschwendner Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150695 Tea Rose Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6688233 Teayana Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6681660 Uromshi Cafe Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6066668

Dates Bateel Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6630373 Kingdom of Dates Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6590838 Salheya Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6973281 Talah Dates Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6837887 DESTINATION JEDDAH 65

Tamraty Al Murjan St. Tel: +966-2-2902385

French

Fast Food Albaik Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6060244 Al-Tazaj Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6683371 Big Bite Rawdah St. Tel: +920001219 Burger King Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6394375 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6836062 Capo Grillo Khalideya Dist. Tel: +966-2-69829152 Domino’s Pizza Shate’e Tel: +966-2-6065633 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561888 Forn Wa Saj Rawdah Dist. Tel: +966-2-2574747 Herfy Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6829276 Hot Waves Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-2757241 Jan Burger Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6924679 Joe’s Diner Khalideya Dist. Tel: 920005637 Jollibee Khalideya Souq Tel: +966-2-6984043 Jeddah Intl. Mall Al-Balad Al-Qetar Square Kayyal St. Kaddoura Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6683844 KFC Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6613356 Kudu Tel: +8001240061 66 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Little Caesar’s Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6823018 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6749687 McDonald’s Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6560017 Mister Burger Al-Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6822223 New York Cab Pizza Mohammadyah Dist. Tel: +966-2-6947972 Panino’s Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561911 Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6654264 Khalideya Dist. Tel: +966-2-6064717 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6676991 Peruvi Shate’e Dist. Tel: +966-2-6923393

Philly’s Kayyal St. Tel: +966-2-6394146 Pizza Hut Hamra Dist. Tel: +966-2-6513113 Al-Naeem Dist. Tel: +966-2-6548890 Obhur Tel: +966-2-2341962 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6672917 Quiznos Sub Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6068014 Subway Khalideya Dist. Tel: +966-2-6063493 Sultan Al Burger Rawdah Dist. Tel: +966-2-6677344 Wonder Burger Delivery Tel: +966-2-6694348

Bert’s Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6606633 Cafe Lenotre Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2611222 Champs-Elysées Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-2845454 Crêpe Café Roshana Mall Tel: +966 -2-2634989 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754522 Delifrance Prince Sultan St. Tel: +920009950 Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-2567196 La Cuisine Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6630363 Le Ciel Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6525354 Le Croissant King Rd. Tel: +966-2-6222861 Le Traiteur Corniche Tel: +966-2- 6556022 MoonMilk Al-Shatee, Prince Naif St. Tel: +966-2-2886229 Paul Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-26671633

International Al-Amwaj Hilton Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6590000 Al-Safina Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Al-Shurafa Al-Hamra Dist. Tel: +966-2-6602743 Al-Shurafa Lounge Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-2-6599999 Andalusia Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6063210 Andalusian cuisine Park Hyatt Tel: +966-2-2639666 Barnie’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6696201

Beaux Arts Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6983028 Black Rose Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6672953 Blue Diamond Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6605301 /6605310 Bubbles Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Café Aroma Al-Hamra Dist. Tel: +966-2-6605160 Cappuccino Grand Cafe Hamra Dist. Tel: +966-2-2891009 Casper & Gambini’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6995911 Cast & Crew Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2616770 Dardasha Park Hyatt Tel: +966-2-2639666 Gelato Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-2631820 Chilli Grill Khalediya St. Tel: +966-2-6928383 Fratelli Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6907217 Harley Café Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6651010 Habsburg Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888 Java Lounge Andalus St. Tel: +966-507533090 Joooss Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-2757090 Le Chalet Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642330 Le Notre Coffee Shop Alhamra Dist. Tel: +966-2-6517527 Lolita Café Obhur Tel: +966-2-6562369 Lost City

Movenpick Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-6823366 Stickhouse Tel: +966-2-6927878 Mob: +966-515047184

Indonesian Bait Al-Jawi Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-2367666 Gado Gado Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6514774 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6560787

Italian

Alhamra Dist. Tel: +966-2-6655773 Mayrig Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-2616060 Melange Tahliah St. Tel: +966-2-6636214 Montarosa Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6391393 Pearls Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642233 Promenade Cafe Tahliah St. Tel: +966-2-6688712 Salad Boutique Alhamra Dist. Tel: +966-2-6515656 Shadow Lounge Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2614777 Tche Tche Cafe Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6223091 Tenidor Zahra Dist. Tel: +966-2-2754144 Terrace Lounge

Angelicos Pizzeria Hamad Al Jaser St. in Rawdah Dist. Tel: +966-2-6622964 Aldente Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6970220 Al-Forn Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6612874 Aromi Qasr Al-Sharq Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-6599999 Tel: +966-2-6995676 Balsamico Toasted Tahlia St. Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6633115 Tel: +966-2-2616747 Balsamico Too Baghdadia Dist. Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6517883 Tel: +966-565345317 Vertigo Castello Andalus St. Khaled Ibn Tel: +966-2-6633241 Al-Waleed St. White Tel: +966-2-665228 Sari St. Ciao Tel: +966-2-6068171 Zodiac Andalus St. Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6653710 Tel: +966-2-6607548 il Gusto Palestine St. Ice Cream Tel: +966-2-6600337 il Gabiano Baskin Robbins Corniche Rd. Musaediyya Tel: +966-2-6587042 Tel: +966-2-6640574 il Villaggio Gelato Andalus St. Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6688233 Tel: +966-2-2631820 Marble Slab Creamery il Porto Al-Hamra Dist. Mall of Arabia Tel: +966-2-6501024 Tel: +966-2-2906803 Isabella Marcel’s Al-Zahra Dist. Tahliah St. / Red Sea Tel: +966-2-2566008 Mall / Basateen Mall Tel: +966-2-2613899 DESTINATION JEDDAH 67

Lallo’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6614719 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561113 Makaronah St. Tel: +966-2-2906441 il’Olivo Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6687494 La Promenade Café Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688712 La Villa Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6673434 Maggianos Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6606625 Margherita Khalediya St. Tel: +966-2-6061100 Monta Rosa Prince sultan st. Tel: +966-2-6391393 Olio Stars Avenue Tel:+966-2-2754811 Piatto Etoile / Al Malik Rd Tel:+966-2-6922501 Pizza Fusion Rawda Star Center Tel: +966-2-2616933 Pane Caldo Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150393 Pizza Lenou Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6140663 Pizza Napoli Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6927796 Portofino Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6655855 Rossopomodoro Etoile/ King Rd Tel: +966-2-6926318 Salues Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6680335 Sbarro Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6067449 Scalini Habitat Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578800 Vera Pizza Batarji St. Tel: +920003213 68 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Tel: +966-2-6555550 Al-Rausha Benihana Hera’a St. Sands Hotel / Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6541460 Tel: +966-2-6686014 Al-Sunobarah Ginza i chome Sari St. Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-6609720 Tel: +966-2-2578888 Al-Zawaqa Le Japonais Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6916004 Westin Jeddah Areej Zaman Tel: +966-2-6588200 Sultan Bin Salman St. Mabu Tel: +966-2-6597122 Al Andalous Dist. Bab Al Yemen Tel: +966-2-6604300 Shate’e Dist. Ohayo Tel: +966-2-2899090 Al-Kayyal St. Bait Al-Buff Tel: +966-2-6836789 Prince Sultan St. Oishii Sushi Tel: +966-2-6917578 Al-Baterji St. Beiruiti Tel: +966-533575162 Tahlia St. Osaka Tel: +966-2-6686354 Rawdah St. Obhur Tel: +966-2-6645956 Tel: +966-2-6562606 Shogun Lounge Belajio Tel: +966-2-6062288 North Corniche Road Mob: +966-559662288 Tel: +966-2-6222784 Sushi Yushi Tel: +966-2-6222779 Attallah Center Bhar Tel: +966-2-6944419 Sari St. Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6973420 Tel: +966-2-2616734 Byblos Wakame Andalus St. Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Tel:+966-2-6682003 Chez Siran Rawdah St. Zn Lounge Roshana Mall, Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2616910 Cusine Halawani Tel: +966-2-2634889 Mob: +966-535598855 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688900 Middle-Eastern Crunchy Square Rawdah St. Abu Shakra Tel:+966-2-6672977 Al-Hamra Dist. Foul wa Dugga Tel: +966-2-6645111 Murjaan Dist. Abu Zaid Tel: +966-504814385 Hera’a St. Ghouzi Tel: +966-2-6936633 Hera St. Al-Dawwar Al-Masri Tel: +966-6900004 Red Sea Mall Goodies Tel: +966-2-2150390 Tahlia St. Al-Fairouz Tel: +966-2-6657721 King Fahad St. Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-6703911 Tel: +966-2-2754527 Al-Nakheel Grand Prix Café Corniche Rd. Corniche Rd. Tel:+966-2-6066644 Tel: +966-2-2631846 Al-Wada’a Green Island Café Corniche Rd.

Japanese

Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6990090 Kan Ya Makan Al-Hamra Dist. Tel: +966-2-6697777 Kanz Obhur Obhur Tel: +966-2-2902888 Khayal Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6629999 Manuosha Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2565275 Mataam Al-Sharq Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-2-6599999 Mathag Zaman Khalideya St. Tel: +966-2-6067553 Nafoura Park Hyatt Tel: +966-2-2639666 Palm Beach Salamah Dist. Tel: +966-2-6394007 Redan Tel: +966-2-6542949 Roody Opp. Al-Shatee Souk Tel: +966-2-6919126 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-2388488 Saddah Tel: +966-2-6055982 Semsom Khalediya St. Tel: +966-2-6068600 Shami Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6065353 Shawarmatac Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688994 Sheesh Kabaab Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6712047 Sheikh Manqoush Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6837330 Shoro Quraish St. Tel: +966-2-6626246 Sindian Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6678189 Taktaka Khalideyah Dist.

Le Vendome King Rd. Tel: +966-2-6924606 Lite Bite Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6989081 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6562262 Minimoonz Tahlia Center Tel: +966-507702501 Munch Bakery Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6605010 Pie Sweet Pie Tel: +966-557616616 Samadi Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642424 Shake Licious Khalidiyah Tel: +966-2-6928208

Tel: +966-2-6064148/ 6060790 Teen Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6689531 Yildizlar Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6531150

Moroccan Nosh Lounge Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6543888

Persian Al-Khayam Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Jahan Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6571427 Sultani Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6693898 Tikka Express Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6631825

South-Asian

Sea Food Amou Hamza Safa Dist. Tel: +966-2-6677070 Al-Danah Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6990090 Al-Hori Tel: +966-502724033 Al-Multaqa King Rd. Tel: +966-2-6066666 Atlantis Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6611800 El Bengala Tel: +966-2-6166332 Fish Market Al-Hamra Dist. Tel: +966-2-6611800 The Manhattan Fish Market Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6141900 Sayadiyah Express For Delivery Tel: +966-566640660

Sweets/Dessert &Bakery Al-Emad Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-2575268 AL-Forn Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642388 Hail Street Tel: +966-2-6612874 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6990352 Al-Mahawi Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2575739 Al-Samadi Sweets Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642424 Al-Zawaq Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6605061 Atayeb Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642150 Bonbon Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Cake-a-licious Al-Batarji St. Tel: +966-2-2889926 Cheesecake Factory

Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6690895 Crepe Factory Al-Shati Dist Tel: +966-2-6995676 Crunchez Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150145 Crusty Rawdah St. Tel: +920026633 Dactylifera Prince Sultan St. Tel: +920008182 Edible Arrangments Batarji St. Tel: +920024070 Helen’s Kitchen Kayyal St. Tel: +966-2-6977729 La Fraise Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6511312 Le Croissant Shop Khalideya Dist. Tel: +966-2-6065184 Le Gourmet Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6605061 Le Notre Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2611222

Asia Restaurant Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6828525 Bharat Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2754606 India Gate Sharafiya Dist. Tel: +966-2-6440276 Mahrajah Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6656558 Kohinoor Ramada Hotel Tel: +966-2-6670777 Marhaba Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6636201 Raj Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2632137 Shezan Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6621086 Taj Mahal Khalideyah Dist. Tel: +966-2-6979698

Thai Papaya Next to Sawari Mall Tel: +966-2-2753425 Thai Thai Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6913808 Sea View Shisha Play Area Delivery Wi-Fi Outdoor Seating DESTINATION JEDDAH 69

Spirituality

Famous Mosques

Around The World By Habib Shaikh

Historically, mosques have served a multi-purpose function in Muslim communities around the world; they are places of worship, places of learning, and places of social congregation and celebration. The Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) house in Madinah was the first gathering place for communal prayer in Islam, and the Quba Mosque in Madinah is known as the first mosque established by the Prophet’s fledgling community after the Hijrah (flight from Makkah to Madinah.) Mosques can be found all over the world - from the icy lands of Inuvik in Canadian Arctic where the first mosque was opened in November 2010, to the South Australian outback where the remains of the oldest mosque in Australia are situated near Maree. In fact, mosques came to be established in many parts of the world as a result of the mobility of the world’s labor force. Camels taken to dry, arid parts of the world such as Arizona and the Australian outback were accompanied by their camel-handlers, often Muslim Arabs or Asians who then established mosques in their new homelands. The Great Mosque of Adelaide 70 DESTINATION JEDDAH

was built by the descendants of the Afghan cameleers who arrived in large numbers in the 1860’s in Australia to work the camel trains which opened up the interior of the continent. Basically a mosque has to be clean, hygienic and devoid of any features of idolatry. Mosques can range from a small portable one such as the one recently designed by Tunisian Imam Hassmem Bounamcha to the grand Badshahi Mosque, (Emperor’s Mosque) built in 1673 by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in Lahore, Pakistan which has a capacity to accommodate more than 55,000 worshippers.

The Niujie Mosque in Beijing

The Grand Mosque of Damascus

The Grand Mosque of Damascus, also known as the Umayyad Mosque, built by the Umayyad Caliph Walid ibn Abd Al-Malik (705-715), is one of the largest and oldest mosques in the world.

The Niujie Mosque in Beijing is more than one thousand years old and covers an area measuring nearly 10,000 sq. meters. Outside the prayer area is the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Watching Moon Tower,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; a magnificent hexagonal, two-storied pagoda painted in red, blue and green, which was used by the imam to sight the crescent moon in order to determine the start of Ramadan.

The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca

The Great Mosque of Kairouan

The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, built to commemorate the 60th birthday of former Moroccan King Hassan II in 1989, is the second largest religious building in the world which can accommodate over 100,000 worshippers in its grounds. The 210 meter minaret is the tallest in the world and is visible day and night for miles around. Designed by the French architect Michel Pinseau, the mosque stands on a promontory looking out to the Atlantic; almost half of the surface of the mosque lies over the Atlantic Ocean which is visible through the glass floor.

The Great Mosque of Kairouan, also known as the Sidi Oqba Mosque, had simple beginnings in 670 AD, during the time of Uqba ibn Nafi, the original founder of Kairouan,Tunisia. As the city expanded during the following three hundred years, the original mosque was torn down and rebuilt in 703, again in 774, and then significantly enlarged by rulers of the Aghlabid dynasty in 836 and 863. Numerous renovations and ornamentations were subsequently conducted during the 13th and 14th centuries by the Hafsid dynasty rulers and during the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries (when the region was controlled by the Turks) by the Mouradite and Husseinite rulers.

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Mosque of Ahmad Ibn Ţūlūn While the Mosque of Ahmad Ibn Ţūlūn in Cairo is believed to be the oldest mosque in the city surviving in its original form and is the largest mosque in Cairo in terms of land area, the Amr Ibn Al-As Mosque is the first and oldest mosque ever built in Egypt and is the oldest existing mosque on the entire African Continent.

The Great Mosque Of Djenne The first mosque on the site of the Great Mosque of Djenne (or the mud mosque) in Mali was built around the 13th century, but the current structure dates from 1907. As well as being the centre of the community of Djenné, it is one of the most famous landmarks in Africa. Along with the ‘Old Towns of Djenne’ it was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1988. The mosque is the largest mud brick or adobe building in the world constructed in an environment-friendly way.

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The Djinguereber Mosque in Timbuktu

The Djinguereber Mosque in Timbuktu was built in 1325 and housed what was then the largest library in the world.

The Gazi Husrev Bey Mosque

The Gazi Husrev Bey Mosque, the largest and one of the most beautiful in Bosnia and Herzegovina, was built in 1530-31. In 1537 a waqf was established for a madrasa (school), for which Husrev Bey endowed seven hundred thousand drachmas. Named after his mother Seldjuka, it was the most important educational institution in Bosnia and Herzegovina during Turkish rule.

The Kalon Mosque in Bukhara The Kalon Mosque in Bukhara, built by the Karakhanid ruler Arslan Khan in 1127, was known also as Jamia (Friday) mosque. Kalon in Tajik means ‘great’ and when the mosque was built; the minaret was probably the tallest building in Central Asia. In addition to its main purpose as a minaret, the Kalon Minaret served as a watchtower and a guide to approaching caravans on the Silk Route. The present Kalon Mosque was built in the 16th century. It was used as a warehouse in Soviet times and only reopened as a working mosque in 1991. The mosque can accommodate 10,000 worshippers.

The Qol Sharif Mosque

The Qol Sharif mosque, in Kazan is the largest mosque in Russia. It was opened on June 24, 2005 as part of the festivities marking the city’s 1,000th anniversary, in the presence of leaders of the Islamic world. The whiteand-blue mosque is built on the site where the old Qol Sharif Mosque once stood. That mosque was destroyed, as were hundreds of other mosques in the region, after the Russian conquest of Kazan in 1552.

The Mosque of Sultan Ahmed, in Istanbul The Mosque of Sultan Ahmed in Istanbul is distinguished by its six fluted minarets, the origins of which may be explained by this interesting anecdote: Sultan Ahmet I wanted to have a minaret made of gold which is ‘altin’ in Turkish. The architect misunderstood him as ‘alti’ which means ‘six’ It is noted for its predominantly blue Iznik tilework - whence it derives the name ‘The Blue Mosque.” One of the largest of Istanbul’s structures, the complex includes a mosque, madressas, the sultan’s chamber, shops of tradesmen, a hamam (public bath), a public fountain with a spout, a mausoleum, a hospital, a soup kitchen and a primary school.

The Memorial Mosque in Canton The Memorial Mosque in Canton, thought to be the oldest mosque in China, has the earliest freestanding minaret in China. The mosque complex covers an area of about 3,000 square meters and stretches along the north-south axis, in the Chinese fashion. Also known as the Lighthouse Mosque, its minaret is 36 feet tall with a pointed tip. The building used to serve as a beacon for boats, which is how it got its alternative name.

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