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History
The Saudi Arabian state was first established in the central region of the Arabian Peninsula in the early 18th century...

Facts & Figures
Brief introductions to various aspects of Saudi Arabia including information on traditional business hours, holidays, currency and the national flag...
Important Issues To Saudi Arabia
Over recent years, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been confronted with what many consider its greatest challenge: achieving modernity without surrendering its heritage, faith, or culture. Seventy-five years ago, Saudi Arabia did not exist; today, it is a nation marked by sophisticated political, legal, and financial systems, with a culture rich in history and deep in faith.   
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Visa Information
Requirements and forms for obtaining visas, as well as information on services for Saudi nationals.


Traveler’s Information
The place to start if considering travel to Saudi Arabia.
Map of Provinces & Governors
Saudi Arabia is divided into 13 provinces, each with a capital city and governor.


Embassy/ Ministry Information
Addresses / contact information
for Embassy and other government agencies.

Islamic Calendar
See how the Hijrah year corresponds to the current Gregorian calendar.


Hajj Requirements

The Consular Section of the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington DC issues information each year on current requirements for Hajj visas.

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Media
Newspapers, magazines, wires, radio, television

Government
Ministries, embassies, offices in Saudi Arabia

Commerce
Companies, councils

Society
Foundations, charities, clubs, federations

Cities
Abha, Riyadh

Islam
Islamic affairs, Hajj news, Islam related sites

Education
Universities, academies, schools, research centers

Banking
Islamic banks, Saudi banks

USA
Institutes, councils, government departments

Sports
Soccer, squash



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