Saudi National Day, also known as Al-Yaom Al-Watany, is celebrated on September 23rd each year to commemorate the establishment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The history of this significant day dates back to 1932 when the Kingdom was founded by King Abdulaziz Al Saud.
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00:00 The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates its national day on the first day of September
00:06 23rd of each year, and to commemorate the unification of the Kingdom, and its founding
00:10 by King Abdulaziz Al Saud in 1932.
00:14 A royal decree was issued to declare the unification of the nations of Najd, and Hijaz under the
00:19 name of Saudi Arabia, a name that King Abdulaziz chose in the same year.
00:23 September 23rd, 1932, however, is the day that Saudi Arabia became one kingdom.
00:29 In 2005, the day was declared a public holiday by King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz.
00:34 Expect to see nationals waving the Saudi flag in the streets, and a stellar fireworks display
00:38 in major cities using the nation's signature green color.
00:41 Schools, fashion stores, restaurants, and retailers typically host national day themed
00:46 events, and air and marine shows will be performed featuring fighter jets, helicopters, boats,
00:51 and ships.
00:53 Last year, there was even a virtual celebration held on a metaverse platform for the first
00:57 time ever.