Riyadh: The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) has published a book documenting the history of Saudi Arabia's National Day celebrations, from the era of founding King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud to the reign of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, in a scientific and digital initiative marking the Kingdom's 95th National Day.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the book documents the origins and stages of the National Day celebration based on official documents, sources, and national archives. It features photographs, films, and clips capturing popular and official celebrations held across various royal eras.
The publication explores the early beginnings of National Day celebrations during the reign of King Abdulaziz, followed by their development under Kings Saud, Faisal, Khalid, Fahd, and Abdullah, and culminating in the prosperous reign of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques. National Day celebrations have witnessed a significant development consistent with the goals of the Saudi Vision 2030.
The book also highlights the dimensions of official and popular participation at home, the involvement of government and private entities, the role of Saudi diplomatic missions abroad, and the participation of Arab, Islamic, and friendly countries in this national occasion.
Darah affirmed that the publication of this book aligns with its goals to preserve and document the history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and highlight the national achievements of King Abdulaziz and his sons, the kings who succeeded him.
It noted that this work aims to enrich historical studies and provide researchers and those interested in the field with a comprehensive scientific resource that reflects the depth of the Saudi national experience.
This publication is a new addition to Darah's extensive collection of works specializing in history and heritage. It embodies Darah's commitment to its national role in documenting the journey of the Saudi state and disseminating historical knowledge to future generations.
The book can be obtained from Darah's pavilion at the Riyadh International Book Fair or purchased directly at Darah's publication sales centers. It is also available through Darah's digital store on its online platform and authorized distributors.