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Saudi National Day: Citizens to celebrate with fireworks, biggest-ever air show
Baku, September 23, AZERTAC
Citizens across Saudi Arabia are set to mark the Kingdom’s journey and development as the country marks its 92nd National Day with air shows, and events paying homage to the nation’s heritage and culture, according to Al Arabiya.
Across the capital of Riyadh, streets have been adorned with green national flags, while major buildings and skyscrapers have been adorned with the country’s national colors as some 34 million residents across the country prepare to celebrate National Day.
In Riyadh, residents will be able to mark the National Day with a range of events and activities including a specially designed Cirque du Soleil show, art and musical shows and theatrical performances.
Fighter jets, as well as military and civil aircraft, will perform the biggest air show in the country’s history in 13 major cities. An acrobatic display will also by performed by the Royal Saudi Air Force.
Jets and civilian aircraft can be viewed from Um Ajlan Park on Friday from 4 p.m.
In Jeddah, a huge seven-minute firework display on the coastline, a light-and-sound display show at Jeddah Art Promenade, and air and marine military shows, music concerts, and interactive festivals will also herald the 92nd National Day.