The base is green, the color that represents prosperity, and in the middle is the Muslim belief written in Arabic "There is no other god that Allah, and Muhammad is Allah's apostle". The sword below the Arabic writing expresses protection of the holy Mecca. While most flags have flag poles on the left side, the Saudi Arabian flag is a rare flag that places the pole on the right, due to the direction of writing and the sword.
"There is no god but Allah. Muhammad is Allah's apostle" | |
Determination to protect holy Mecca at risk to one's life | |
Sacred color of the Islam |
Area | Capital | Language | Major industry | Currency |
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2,150,000km² | Riyadh | Arabic | Oil, LPG, Petrochemicals | Saudi riyal |