Saudi Arabia on Sunday marked the Kingdom’s Founding Day embodying 299 years of continuous development and progress.Founding Day, which falls on February 22, commemorates the founding of the first Saudi state, known as the Emirate of Diriyah, in 1727 by Imam Mohammed bin Saud.The day celebrates the historical roots of Saudi Arabia and aims to highlight the country’s deep heritage and leadership.For more Saudi news, visit our dedicated page.King Salman declared Founding Day as a national holiday in 2022, and is different from Saudi National Day, which is held on September 23 and marks the unification of the Kingdom in 1932.Citizens and residents are enjoying a long weekend off and for the occasion, different areas across the Kingdom are holding activities and celebrations marking the holiday with pride.For instance, the Riyadh Municipality has illuminated the capital’s main streets, vital thoroughfares, and public squares with over 5,000 decorative lights in celebration of Saudi