Asia/Western Asia
Saudi Arabia
Riyadh
35.3 Mio
2 149 690 km²
Saudi riyal
Coastal
Arabic
Historical Events
610 - Beginning of Islam
Islam emerged in what is now Saudi Arabia as Muhammad began preaching.
632 - Death of Muhammad
Muhammad's death led to the expansion of Muslim rule beyond Arabia.
1932 - Founding of Saudi Arabia
King Abdulaziz united Hejaz, Najd, and other regions to establish Saudi Arabia.
1938 - Discovery of Petroleum
Petroleum was discovered, significantly altering Saudi Arabia's economic landscape.
2000s - Wahhabi Movement Decline
The Wahhabi religious movement's influence began to decline in favor of gradual reforms.