Riyadh – The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates “Founding Day” on the 22nd of February each year, a national occasion that commemorates the establishment of the first Saudi state by Imam Mohammed bin Saud in 1727 AD (1139 AH). This celebration aims to strengthen national belonging and evoke the deep historical roots of the Saudi state.
Riyadh – The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates “Founding Day” on the 22nd of February each year, a national occasion that commemorates the establishment of the first Saudi state by Imam Mohammed bin Saud in 1727 AD (1139 AH). This celebration aims to strengthen national belonging and evoke the deep historical roots of the Saudi state.
Key Facts:
* Founding Day is an official holiday approved by the state in 2022 through a royal decree, during which government agencies and the private sector are given a day off to celebrate.
* The day commemorates the founding of Diriyah Emirate in 1727 AD as the first unified political entity in central Arabia, which formed the nucleus of the modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
* The occasion symbolizes the beginning of an era of stability, administrative organization, and unification under unified leadership, after a period of fragmentation and conflicts.
* The accompanying events focus on both historical and cultural aspects, presenting the story of struggle and the heritage of the Saudi state across its three stages.
Quotes:
* His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister (in a previous speech): “Founding Day is a day we take pride in the roots of a steadfast state, courageous leadership, and an authentic people whose word has united in achieving glory, unity, and stability.”
* Ministry of Culture (in an official statement): “The Founding Day occasion represents a deep historical and national value, embodying the national spirit and deepening pride in the journey of building and unification that has extended for more than three centuries.”
Statistics:
* Founding Day in 2024 AD coincides with the 297th anniversary of the establishment of the first Saudi state.
* Cultural events, musical concerts, and heritage festivals include dozens of Saudi regions and governorates.
* The day witnesses the launch of educational and awareness initiatives targeting more than 6 million male and female students through the “Madrasati” platform.
Timeline:
* 1727 AD (1139 AH): Establishment of Diriyah Emirate by Imam Mohammed bin Saud, marking the beginning of the first Saudi state.
* 1818 AD: End of the first Saudi state after clashes with the Ottoman Empire.
* 1824 AD: Establishment of the second Saudi state by Imam Turki bin Abdullah, with Riyadh as its capital.
* 1902 AD: King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud’s recapture of Riyadh, marking the beginning of the unification of the kingdom.
* 1932 AD: Declaration of the unification of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under its current name.
* 2022 AD: Issuance of the royal decree approving the 22nd of February of each year as Founding Day.
Thus, the sons and daughters of the Kingdom celebrate Founding Day, not only as a remembrance of the glorious past but as confirmation of the continuity of the unified national project established by the pioneers and whose values were instilled by successive generations, reaching what it is today in terms of strength, stability, and prosperity under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and his faithful Crown Prince, may God guide their steps.
صحيفة عكاظ اليوم ، موقع إخباري شامل يهتم بتقديم خدمة صحفية متميزة للقارئ، وهدفنا أن نصل لقرائنا الأعزاء بالخبر الأدق والأسرع والحصري بما يليق بقواعد وقيم الأسرة السعودية، لذلك نقدم لكم مجموعة كبيرة من الأخبار المتنوعة داخل الأقسام التالية، الأخبار العالمية و المحلية، الاقتصاد، تكنولوجيا ، فن، أخبار الرياضة، منوعات و سياحة.
