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Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Series

Saudi Arabia: Jeddah Al-Balad

$120 USD
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As a gateway for pilgrimages to the Islamic holy cities of Mecca and Medina, Jeddah Al-Balad, a registered UNESCO World Heritage Site, has captivated visitors for decades with its historical details of stunning Islamic architecture and vernacular evident in the preserved mosques, buildings, alley...
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James Parry writes on the art, history and cultural heritage of the Middle East. He has worked extensively across the Arabian Peninsula, including in Jeddah.

Photographer Matthieu Salvaing has shot for many distinguished luxury brands and publications over the course of his career. He collaborated with architect Oscar Niemeyer for twenty years. Salvaing specializes in the photography of contemporary architecture and design.

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Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Series

Saudi Arabia: Jeddah Al-Balad

$120
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Page count

236 pages

Number of illustrations

over 150

Language

English

Released on

May 2022

Dimensions

W 9.6 x L 13 x D 1.3 in

Cover materials

Silk hardcover in a luxury slipcase

ISBN

9781649800886

Weight

5.0 lb

Author

Text by James Parry, photography by Matthieu Salvaing

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