Saudi Arabia
Occupying most of the Arabian Peninsula, Saudi Arabia is home to Islam's two holiest cities and a desert, the Rub' al Khali, so vast it's called the Empty Quarter.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
A green field bearing the Islamic declaration of faith (the Shahada) in white Thuluth script above a horizontal sword. Green is the traditional colour of Islam; the sword symbolises justice and the strength that founded the kingdom.
Saudi Arabia FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Riyadh |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 33,000,000 |
| Area | 2,250,000 km² |
| Population density | 15 /km² |
| Currency | Saudi riyal (SAR) SR |
| Official language | Arabic |
| Calling code | +966 |
| Internet TLD | .sa |
| Time zone | UTC+03:00 |
| Drives on the | Right |
| ISO codes | SA / SAU |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- It contains Islam's two holiest cities, Mecca and Medina, drawing millions of pilgrims for the annual Hajj.
- The Rub' al Khali, or Empty Quarter, is the largest continuous sand desert in the world.
- It has no permanent rivers, one of the largest countries on Earth without a single one.
- The ancient rock-cut tombs of Hegra (Mada'in Salih) were the country's first UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Saudi Arabia FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Saudi Arabia?
The capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh.
What is the population of Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia has a population of about 33,000,000.
What currency does Saudi Arabia use?
Saudi Arabia uses the Saudi riyal (SAR).
What languages are spoken in Saudi Arabia?
The official language of Saudi Arabia is Arabic.
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