9 Major Differences between living in Riyadh and Jeddah

Jeddah, on the other hand, is lesser conservative in comparison. A lot of foreigners and expat communities can be found in the city and the Saudi ness found in the rest of the country is least evident in this city.

Jeddah is the most culturally diverse city in the Kingdom. Generally, the Saudi or Arab region crowd inside the Kingdom will be found in the city of Riyadh and the expatriates, foreigners or any visitors to the kingdom will be found in Jeddah city.

7. Education and Job Opportunities: Riyadh has the world famous Princess Nourah University and other numerous opportunities for education and employment for the youth.

In Jeddah there is the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology which is another university of similar standards, providing equal opportunities for education and employment.

8. Weather: Riyadh city experiences all the weathers in the year. During the winter months you can actually wear winter wear and dress up according to the weather, however during the summer months, the desert heat can be almost lethal.

Jeddah, on the other hand, is a coastal land and they pretty much experience similar or same weather all year round. The same types of clothes can be used all year round. Humidity does increase and it can become extremely sticky during the hotter months.

9. Awesomeness: Both the cities of Riyadh and Jeddah are two of the most awesome cities in the Kingdom.

Both are holding unique values and specifics which truly make them awesome in their own different ways. Both cities provide exactly what you are looking for.