المملكة: “Al-Youm” monitors the Ramadan atmosphere in the Jeddah Promenade… heritage shops and Rawasheen that mimic Hejaz architecture.
In a scene full of nostalgia, the Jeddah Promenade embraced A distinctive Ramadan atmosphere that combined the fragrance of heritage and the spirit of the present, as the place was transformed with the advent of the holy month into a vibrant painting, restoring the features of ancient markets and reshaping the details of Hejaz memory in a modern form that attracts families and visitors of all ages.
Traditional Ramadan atmosphere and popular foods
During a field tour, Al-Youm observed a remarkable presence of shops inspired by the old style, which were designed With traditional wooden facades and decorated with elements that reflect the spirit of the popular markets for which it is known Historic Jeddah.
The wooden “Rawashin” that mimics the architecture of the Hijaz also appeared, giving the place a heritage character that reflects the authenticity of the region and strengthens the connection to the urban identity for which the homes of the Hijaz were famous in the past.
The Ramadan atmosphere was mixed with the smells of popular foods that filled all parts of the site, as shops spread offering light and popular dishes associated with memories of the holy month, from fried potatoes of all kinds, To balila, hot corn, and liver, amidst a crowd of visitors who were keen to recall their usual rituals on Ramadan evenings. It also prepared Hijazi sweets of various types, adding a special taste in harmony with The general heritage character of the event.
The events were not limited to food only, but the place witnessed the presence of incense and perfume shops that infused the atmosphere with authentic oriental scents, bringing to mind the traditions of perfumery and fumigation that characterize Ramadan gatherings in the homes of Hijaz. There were also some other shops offering a variety of products, in a harmony that balances the heritage character with the modern commercial dimension.
A large family space
During these days, the Jeddah Promenade formed an open social space, in which families gathered after breakfast, and children wandered between the shops decorated with lanterns, warm lighting, and play areas designated for them, while many visitors were keen to document the moments with their phone lenses, in a scene that reflects the site’s transformation into a nearby Ramadan destination. From the sea.
This atmosphere reflects the trends of seasonal events in Jeddah towards reviving the cultural heritage in an interactive way, enhancing the presence of local identity and presenting it to new generations in a contemporary way, making the place more than just an entertainment destination, but rather an experience that evokes memory and reformulates it in a festive spirit befitting the holy month.
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