Obhur corniche

Obhur Corniche is a waterfront area in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, set along the Red Sea coast and the inlet known as Sharm Obhur, or Obhur Creek. People come to walk beside the water, spend unhurried time with family and friends, and look out over the sea. It is open 24 hours a day and welcomes visitors of every age, children included. The corniche has a range of recreational facilities, so there is something for most groups. Along the creek you can swim, try jet-skiing or go scuba diving, and there are places to sit down for a meal by the sea. Private beach resorts line parts of the shore, and there are docking facilities for yachts. Because the site is always open, you can fit a visit around your own plans, whether that means an easy stroll or a longer day on the water. We have no set visiting time to suggest, so it is worth deciding how long you want to stay once you arrive. Obhur sits north of central Jeddah, where the creek cuts into the coastline and gives the sea a sheltered, calmer edge. That setting explains why the area has become a favoured spot for water sports and for relaxing by the shore. For many residents of Jeddah it is a place for time with family and friends, and visitors can share in that easy, outdoor side of the city.