Saudi Arabia celebrates its ‘Founding Day’

Founding Day” is an event celebrated in Saudi Arabia for showcasing the Kingdom’s long journey that began 300 years ago. It was celebrated on Wednesday and included various events describing the country’s culture and heritage and also its historical treasures.
This day is celebrated as “Founding day” because on 22 February, the country was founded by Imam Mohammad bin Saud. And its unification is celebrated as “National Day” on September 23.
Among celebrations included the “Al Majlis Event for “The Founding Day”, which aimed to provide visitors with an insight into the depth of Saudi Arabia’s heritage and culture through numerous lectures, discussions, and workshops highlighting the state’s historical ‘ treasures.
Further activities included paintings from Saudi Arabian artists, melodies from the country, calligraphy arts, and history.
In collaboration with local painters, the Al Majlis exhibition showcased paintings that come to life in the spirit of the Saudi state, its culture, and its history.
Musical tunes at the “Melodies from My Country” zone attracted visitors.