The second biggest city in the country hosts a huge five-day event that sees a variety of attractions including fireworks, circus performances, live music and dancing.

In the holy Islamic calendar, this is considered the most important month and Saudi citizens observe it with a period of strict fasting and abstinence. Many business and public services are affected during this time.

Held in the city of Jeddah, this event sees writers, agents, publishers and anyone with literary interest amass at the International Exhibition and Convention Centre to listen to and engage in talks and discussions about Arabic works (invariably with Islamic themes).