Foundation Day: The Kingdom’s Celebration of Its Historical Roots
Foundation Day: The Kingdom’s Celebration of Its Historical Roots
Introduction
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates “Foundation Day” on February 22 each year, a national occasion that commemorates the founding of the first Saudi state by Imam Mohammed bin Saud in 1727 AD. This celebration comes as part of the Kingdom’s efforts to strengthen national identity and pride in its deep historical roots.
Official Statements
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman stated in a televised speech on the occasion of Foundation Day: “Today we celebrate the anniversary of the founding of the first Saudi state, which marked a turning point in the history of the Arabian Peninsula and laid solid foundations for what we are today.”
He added: “Foundation Day is an opportunity to remind future generations of the sacrifices of their ancestors and their great legacy, and to instill values of belonging and loyalty to the homeland in the hearts of its sons.”
Celebration Activities
The Kingdom witnesses during Foundation Day a series of diverse events and activities that highlight authentic Saudi heritage. Among the most prominent of these events:
– Air shows featuring falcons and Arabian horses
– Popular and heritage festivals in various cities
– Fireworks displays lighting up the sky of the capital Riyadh
– Art and historical exhibitions
Hundreds of thousands of citizens and residents participated in these celebrations, expressing their joy at this precious national occasion.
The Importance of Foundation Day
Foundation Day holds special importance as it marks the beginning of the establishment of the first Saudi state, which lasted from 1727 AD to 1818 AD. This foundation represented a turning point in the history of the Arabian Peninsula, where the first Saudi state united most of its regions under one banner.
The celebration of Foundation Day came as an initiative from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, with the aim of enhancing awareness of the Kingdom’s historical roots and pride in them.
Conclusion
Foundation Day comes to remind us of the depth of Saudi Arabia’s history and the profound roots of its civilization. Through celebrating this precious national occasion, the Kingdom affirms its commitment to instilling values of belonging and loyalty to the homeland in the hearts of its sons, preserving the legacy of ancestors, and strengthening national identity.
نبض السعودية ، 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.
