The flag of Saudi Arabia consists of a green background where an inscription in Arabic “There is no god but Allah and Mohammed is his prophet” and a sword pointing to the left side of the flag are located. When the flag is raised, two flags have to be sewn together, so that the inscription is readable from both sides and that the sword is always pointing in the desired direction. The sword should commemorate the unification of the Kingdom in the 12th century, which took place under the leadership of Ibn Saud. The green color is traditionally associated with Islam, but primarily it is the color of Wanhabs and Sunnis. It is interesting that it is forbidden to lower the flag to half-mast under the threat of criminal prosecution for insulation of Islam. No country in the world is as misunderstood as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. And yet, perhaps no other country is as worthy of a visit. Many imagine nothing more than a harsh desert, but in reality Saudi Arabia contains areas of beautiful oases and dramatic mountaintops, beaches, and rivers. The sands themselves are wondrous, especially the Empty Quarter, a beautiful expanse of undulating dunes unlike anywhere in the world. In addition to its natural beauty, Saudi Arabia is a country rich in culture and heritage.Saudi Arabia ISD Calling code is +966
Main information
Country
Saudi Arabia
Capital city
Apia
Population
194,320 (2012)
Total area
2,831 km2
Formation
1. 1. 1962
Highest point
Mauga Silisili (Savaii) (1,857 m)
GDP
$ 6,157 (IMF, 2012)
Currency
samoan tala (WST)
Code
WS (WSM)
ISD Calling code
+966
How to Dial
Please Add 00 or + as Prefix to these Codes
Internet TLD
.sa