The Jeddah Fountain is located on the Corniche (on Falistine Street), off the coast of Jeddah in the Red Sea. Due to its incredible height, it is visible throughout the vicinity of the city.
The city of Jeddah
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia’s commercial capital is home to many attractions. Those who are visiting this part of the country has a myriad of luxury hotels in Jeddah to choose from, the likes of Ascott Tahlia Jeddah which offers close proximity to the city’s main attractions, international boutiques, restaurants, cafes and more.
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Overview
Of all the attractions in the city, King Fahd’s Fountain is possibly the most prominent. Shooting water at speeds of 375 km/h, its airborne mass is often more than 18 tonnes! An interesting fact about the fountain is that it sprouts saltwater from the Red Sea and not fresh water like other fountains.

History
The project commenced in 1980. However, it was considered insufficient and, following King Fahd’s directive, re-structured to be the tallest in the world. The fountain has since been entered into the Guinness Book of Records for its unprecedented height.
Best time to visit
The fountain’s beauty is truly glorified at night with over 500 spotlights illuminating it. It is not a surprise that you will see many cameras clicking away at night as this is a scene not to be missed.
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