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The Birth Place of Islam
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"There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the
messenger of Allah" (the Shahada)
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Date palm tree and two crossed
swords.
The palm tree is a significant
symbol of this desert Kingdom.
The date palm tree represents
vitality and growth.
The crossed swords symbolize
justice and strength rooted in
faith.
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In the year 610, the second largest religious
group in the world was introduced by Prophet
Muhammad.
The first Saudi state was formed in the early
18th century.
Second Saudi state was set up in the year
1824
Establishment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
in the year 1932 by King Abdulaziz.
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Head of nation
The custodian of the two Holy mosques
The first the kings of Saudi Arabia was Abdul
Aziz, who came to power in 1932.
Founder of the nation of Saudi Arabia
The present king of Saudi Arabia is King
Abdullah and the crown prince is Price
Sultan.
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Northeast :-Kuwait
North : Jordan and Iraq
East : Arabian Gulf, Bahrain, Qatar
and the United Arab Emirates.
South : The Yemeni Republic and
the Sultanate of Oman.
West : The Red Sea.
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total: 1,960,582 sq km land: 1,960,582 sq km water: 0 sq km
Birth Rate : 28.55 births / 1000 populationDeath Rate: 2.47 deaths / 1000 populationPopulation Growth Rate: 1.848% (2009)
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Hot desert climate
Rainfall is scarce
No rivers or permanent bodies of water
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Saudi Arabia religion which is practiced by
almost 96% of population.
Christianity is practiced by a mere 3.5% of the
total population
Hinduism is practiced by 0.6% population.
Baha’i add up to a mere 0.1% of the population.
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Arabic is the official language
It is used in business
compulsory second language in schools.
It is the language of the Qur'an
Arabic is spoken by 200 million people in 22
countries
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RiyadhJeddahMakkahTaifMadinah
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The city of Riyadh in Saudi Arabia was founded by Abdul
Aziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud.
Became a capital city in the year 1932.
located in the central region known as Najd
population of more than 2 million
Well developed transport system including trains, buses,
airports and highways
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second largest city in Saudi Arabia.
It has the main sea port of Saudi Arabia in the
Red Sea.
The city is the main gateway for pilgrims
Hajj or any other religious ceremony are perform
in the two mosques.
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The two most important pilgrimage
centers for Muslims.
Prophet Muhammad was born
Here he also started preaching about
Islam.
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Located in the western region of Saudi Arabia
Agricultural products such as pomegranates,
honey and grapes.
Gardens and buildings and sites that date
back to pre-Islamic era.
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Riyadh Museum
Murraba Palace
Al-Thumairi Gate
King Fahd International Stadium
Riyadh Zoo and Diraiyyah.
Al Nasiriyah has a conference palace that is
largest in the whole of Middle East.
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Vegetation is either absent or is of xerophytic
type.
The Southern Asir region has grasslands and trees
The most frequent plant in the country is date
palm and they are grown in the Al-Sharquiyah.
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Camel is the most common
Hyenas, panthers, wild cats, ibexes, sand rats etc.
The population of oryxes, ostriches and mountain
goats have suffered a setback
A variety reptiles and snakes are found
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largest reserves of petroleum in the world (26% of
the proved total)
plays a leading role in OPEC
petroleum sector accounts for roughly 75% of
budget revenues, 40% of GDP, and 90% of export
earnings
35% of GDP comes from the private sector.
4 million foreign workers
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Oil industry began in 1933
“Black gold" were discovered in 1938
Arabian American Oil Company (ARAMCO) was
formed in 1944
261 billion barrels of proven oil reserves
World's fifth largest proven reserves of natural
gas.
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Week begins on Saturday and ends on Wednesday
Appointments are arrange keeping in mind the 5 daily
prayer times of Arabs
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The main customers are Japan
Western Europe
The United States.
Other Asian countries
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Saudi Arabia is a founding member of the United
Nations
plays a prominent role in the International
Monetary Fund
One of the largest aid donors in the world
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Islam
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Saudi Arabian dress follows strictly the principles of hijab
Traditionally, men usually wear an ankle-length shirt with a keffiyeh or a ghutra worn on the head
Chilly days, Saudi men wear a camel-hair cloak over the top.
Women are required to wear an abaya or modest clothing
Burqa is an outer garment
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Fava beans, wheat, rice, yogurt, dates, and
chicken are staple foods for all Saudis.
Do not eat pork or drink alcohol
Lamb is traditionally served to honored guests
Dates and sweet tea are favorite snacks
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Meeting EtiquetteDining EtiquetteTable mannersBusiness Meeting Etiquette
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The National Day in Saudi Arabia is celebrated on the 23rd of September
Islamic New Year in Saudi ArabiaEid al Fitr Festival in Saudi ArabiaEid al-Adha Festival in Saudi ArabiaAl Jenadriyah Heritage and Cultural Festival in
Saudi Arabia
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MAJOR SUPPLIER OF OIL