The Qishla of Jeddah
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The Qishla of Jeddah (Turkish: Cidde Redif Kışlası) is a historical edifice in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, built in 1525 to be a military castle of the Ottoman army. It is located in the Old city, and is a place to receive requests of youth guys to join the Saudi Army and the other military branches.
Qishla(modern Turkish: Kışla) is a Turkish word meaning "barracks".
Coordinates: 21°29′27″N 39°11′19″E / 21.49083°N 39.18861°E
