1. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Overview of Attractions Attractions Historical Sites Cultural Attractions Cultural Attractions Natural Attractions Natural Attractions Events Recreation Entertainment Attractions Entertainment Attractions Archeological Sites Architecture Cuisine Monuments Industrial Sites Museums Ethnic Concerts Theatre Landscape Seascape Parks Mountains Flora Fauna Coasts Islands Mega- Events Community Events Festivals Religious Events Sports Events Trade Shows Corporate Sightseeing Golf Swimming Tennis Hiking Biking Snow Sports Theme Parks Amusement Parks Casinos Cinemas Shopping Facilities Performing Arts Centers Sports Complexes Chapter 8: Attractions, Recreation, Entertainment and Other Part Two: How Tourism Is Organized

2. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Historic Sites A historic site is a designation that an area possesses national historical significance. It may have protected area status on the site, but not necessarily. Such sites can range in size from small to complex, and may include physical evidence of the subject related to the history being remembered. protected area

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4. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Historic sites in Saudi Arabia Nearly 100,000 Historical Sites Dot Saudi Landscape P.K. Abdul Ghafour, Arab News JEDDAH, 2 May 2007 Saudi Arabia is replete with archaeological sites dating back to thousands of years, according to Dr. Mohammed Al-Ruwaished, deputy minister of education for antiquities and museums. “There are nearly 100,000 historical sites in the Kingdom and we have already identified and registered 3,700 main sites. Some of these have 80 to 100 related sites in different localities,” Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper quoted Ruwaished as saying. The deputy minister disclosed that the Kingdom retrieved 1,600 rare Islamic coins that were in the process of being smuggled out from the Shuaiba port recently. He commended the customs department for its role in preventing the smuggling of many valuable artifacts from the country

5. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Zoo, Jungles and Aquariums A tourist attraction from old civilizations of Egypt, China and Rome. Continues to be an are of tourist attraction development. The latest development is indoor rainforest.

6. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Zoos in Saudi Arabia The Riyadh Zoo is one of the most popular leisure facilities in Riyadh.Riyadh ZooRiyadh The Riyadh Zoo, first formed in 1957, was originally a small-scale affair, consisting of animals presented as gifts to the first three kings of Saudi Arabia.Riyadh Zookings of Saudi Arabia In 1987, a new and entirely refurbished zoo was opened. The new Riyadh Zoo was designed to provide the animals with room to move and suitable places to rest. Today the Riyadh Zoo contains some 40 species, including bears, birds of prey, camels, elephants, hyenas, gazelles, leopards, lamas, lions, monkeys, rhinoceroses, tigers and a number of reptiles.Riyadh Zoo

7. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Entertainment A main influencer in the vacation decision-making process. To have fun, to be entertained, to enjoy fantasy and escape from the realities of everyday. What is edutainment?

8. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Edutainment Is combining education and entertainment

9. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Festivals and Events An event is a one time or infrequently occurring event outside the normal program or activities of the sponsoring or organizing body Among the fastest growing segments in tourism.

10. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Festivals A powerful tool to attract tourist during off season and create an image for the destination Festivals are possible through the collaboration of key stakeholders. Sponsors provide funds or “in-kind” contributions to promote the event.

11. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 The Jeddah Festival Jeddah Festival to Attract Three Million Tourists P.K. Abdul Ghafour, Arab News Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal with members of the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal will open the Jeddah Summer Festival on July 12. Organized by the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI), the festival is expected to attract three million tourists and holidaymakers from within Saudi Arabia and neighbouring Arab and Gulf countries.

12. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Shopping Shopping is an important part of any tourist activity Different types of shopping centers include malls, factory outlets, and specialty malls

13. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Red Sea Mall The Red Sea Mall is a shopping mall located in the northern suburb of Jeddah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The mall is located on the western side of the Al- Malek Abdulaziz Road (King Abdul Azis Road, Malek Road) between the King Abdulaziz International Airport and the Red Sea coast. It boasts some 242,200 square meters of built area. [2] A hotel and seven story office building will be attached. The Mall has 18 entrances and 4,000 parking spaces. Main facilities are a Danube supermarket, Oceanica and Aquatic Games City. On opening it has both the “biggest indoor water fountain” and the largest glass covered area in Saudi Arabia. [3]shopping mallJeddahSaudi ArabiaKing Abdulaziz International Airport Red Sea [2]water fountain [3]

14. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Religious attractions Makkah and Madina Is Islam's holiest city and home to the Kaaba shrine and the Masjid al-Haram (The Sacred or Grand Mosque). The city is known for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, which being one of the Five Pillars of Islam,Islamholiest cityKaabashrineMasjid al-Haram MosqueHajjFive Pillars of Islam

15. Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies 9th Edition - ©2003 Makkah attracts close to 3 million pilgrims every year plus 2.5 during Ramadan and 5 million thorough the year Expected to reach 30 million in 2020