The day marks the founding of the first Saudi state in 1727 under Imam Muhammad bin Saud, viewed as the start of national unity.

Important religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting (sawm).

The day marks the second day of the Hajj pilgrimage, when pilgrims gather on Mount Arafat, and it is considered a time for prayer and reflection.

One of the most important Islamic holidays, it honors the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son, as an act of obedience to God's command. Begins on the tenth day of the Islamic month Dhu'l-Hijjah

The day in Saudi Arabia marks the unification of the Kingdom on September 23, 1932, under King Abdulaziz Ibn Saud.