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Saudi Arabia

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Region

Asia • Western Asia

Capital

Riyadh

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The flag of Saudi Arabia has a green field, at the center of which is an Arabic inscription — the Shahada — in white above a white horizontal sabre with its tip pointed to the hoist side of the field.

The flag of Saudi Arabia has a green field, at the center of which is an Arabic inscription — the Shahada — in white above a white horizontal sabre with its tip pointed to the hoist side of the field.

Population
34,813,867
Area
2,149,690 km²
Time Zone
UTC+03:00
Top-Level Domain
.sa

About Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is a country located in Asia, specifically in the Western Asia region. Its capital city is Riyadh. With a population of 34,813,867, it ranks among the moderately populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 2,149,690 km², making it one of the largest country in terms of land area. With a population density of 16.19 people per square kilometer, it is sparsely populated.

The official language of Saudi Arabia is Arabic, .

The currency used in Saudi Arabia is the Saudi riyal (ر.س), .

Saudi Arabia is a member of the United Nations.

In Saudi Arabia, vehicles drive on the right side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+03:00 time zone.

Saudi Arabia shares its borders with 7 countries: Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, United Arab Emirates and Yemen.

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Coat of Arms of Saudi Arabia

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Riyadh
  • Continent: Asia
  • Native Name: العربية السعودية
  • Demonym: Saudi Arabian
  • Top Level Domain: .sa, .السعودية
  • Calling Code: +966
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Sunday

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