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Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia. By Jake Wire and Shannon Richardson. Saudi Arabian Land. 95% desert Mountains run parallel to the Red Sea The country is also wealthy with oil. Natural Resources . Saudi Arabia has 25% of the world’s proven oil reserves.

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Saudi Arabia

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  1. Saudi Arabia By Jake Wire and Shannon Richardson

  2. Saudi Arabian Land • 95% desert • Mountains run parallel to the Red Sea • The country is also wealthy with oil.

  3. Natural Resources • Saudi Arabia has 25% of the world’s proven oil reserves. • Gold mining is also large in Saudi Arabia and began over 5,000 years ago

  4. Climate and Vegetation • Summer’s can reach up to 113 degrees fahrenheit and can reach temperatures below freezing at night.

  5. Government • Monarchy based on Islam until 1992 when it changed to a royal family. • Headed by the King who also the commander in chief of the military. • King has a cabinet of 22 members • Former allies to the U.S.

  6. History and Current Events • It is the birth place of Islam • In 1990 they joined the coalition that opposed Iraq’s annexation of Kuwait

  7. Economy • Largest exporter in the world • Income relies heavily on oil • Export surplus more than 100% • Strong Production of natural gas as well

  8. Culture • Arabic is the official language • Major religion is Muslim • Dress conservatively

  9. Places to Visit • Royal Capital Riyadh • The Najd, a stony plateau in the center of Saudi Arabia • Hasa, kingdom mostly inhabited by the Shia minority of the area

  10. Works Cited • http://www.worldtravels.com/travelguide/countrie • http://looklex.com/e.o/saudi_arabia.economy.htms/saudi+arabia/climate

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