BEDOUIN STYLE ENTERTAINING

Many Saudi homes have a Bedouin room, used for entertaining and special occasions. This one was decorated for the Eid celebration marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan.  

Sweet treats, tea and coffee are generally served to guests 

 

REMNANTS OF RAMADAN

 

END OF RAMADAN

Another Ramadan ends today. Eid Mubarak to all my Muslim friends!

Dates are often eaten to break the fast at the end of the day during Ramadan.

During Ramadan many shops are closed during the day, they but do a thriving business at night.

 

RAMADAN BANNERS

Tiny shop with Ramadan lanterns and banner

Ramadan banner under colorful fish shop sign

Walking by, dressed in white

 

AT A JEDDAH MALL

I like the festive banners in this shop.

Can you spot the employee in the photo above? She's rather hard to see, but she's right in the middle of the pic.  

Whimsical Ramadan decor at a local mall

 

AROUND A SHOPPING CENTER

Ramadan banners adorn the front of this shop

Colorful print abayas and matching scarves

More Ramadan decor - moons, stars, teapots

 

SAUDI STYLE MAJLIS

Majlis is the Arabic term for living room (or sitting room), salon, or parlor.  It also can refer to the Saudi style seating.  The term actually means "council," which can describe business, social or religious gatherings. Red geometric patterns are often used to cover the cushions which are placed on the floor usually against the walls. Many homes have a room designated for the majlis and it is sometimes called the Bedouin room.  Saudis are known for their warm and generous hospitality.

 

MORE RAMADAN DECOR

More Ramadan decor. Happy Ramadan!

 

RAMADAN DECOR FOR HOME

In addition to businesses, many homes are also decorated during the Ramadan observance.

Since I moved to Saudi Arabia in 2007, I have seen a huge increase in the variety of Ramadan decorations available in stores.

 

RAMADAN DECOR FOR BUSINESSES

Ramadan tentatively starts tomorrow (scientifically depending on the moon) and will run through the entire month of April.  Ramadan is the religious observance for Muslims when they are required to fast during the daylight hours of each day for a whole month.  No food or drink can pass through their lips from sun-up to sundown. In fact smoking and sex are also restricted as well.  It is a time for reflection, feeling closer to God/Allah, and assisting with the needs of people not as fortunate.  Many businesses spruce up with banners, lights, and other Ramadan decor.

 

 

I'm Ba-a-ack! And Ramadan is Coming

Red, white and blue Ramadan banners in a supermarket

Ramadan staples, like oatmeal, in supersized displays for stocking up

Ramadan decor dresses up the produce section

I recently returned to Saudi Arabia after spending seven busy months in the US.  I'll be blogging now for a short time and then I'm going to be retiring from blogging. The plan is to spend more time back in the US and just do shorter visits back to Saudi Arabia instead of living here full time. My blogs will still remain online.   

 

COLORS OF SAUDI

ORANGES IN THE DESERT

DELICIOUS DATES

COLORFUL SPICES

ART & TEXTILES

BEDOUIN ROOM WITH QATT WALL DESIGN

A big Thank You to my friend, tour guide Mohammed at Najran Tours, for allowing me to showcase these photos for today's post.  Visit him on Instagram - @NajranTours  and on FACEBOOK.

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LUXURIOUS DECOR OF JEDDAH'S RITZ CARLTON

BRIGHT REFLECTIONS ON BLUE GLASS

INCENSE WAFTING THRU THE AIR AT THE MALL

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THE BLUE RED SEA

THE RED SEA - 50 SHADES OF BLUE

JEDDAH BUILDING WEARING SAFARI HATS ON TOP

INTERIOR SHOT OF JEDDAH RITZ CARLTON

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WEEKEND ROUNDUP - LETTER "X"

STARTS WITH "X" - "XANTHIC," MEANING YELLOW

A FAVORITE - "XESTURGY," SHINY POLISHED OBJECTS

"X-TRA SPECIAL" - EXTRAORDINARY TILED POOL 

OF ANGAWI HOUSE, AN ARCHITECTURAL GEM

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Side Street Ramadan Decor

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