Spectacular air, military shows electrify Riyadh’s National Day celebrations
RIYADH — The air and military shows held as part of Saudi National Day celebrations concluded on Thursday at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Malham, north of Riyadh, following two days of enthusiastic public turnout and participation by several military and civilian entities. The celebrations brought together spectacular aerial displays and engaging interactive ground activities,…
Riyadh — The two-day National Day festivities concluded on Thursday at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center, marking a vibrant display of national pride. The celebration attracted a large and enthusiastic crowd, with military and civilian entities collaborating to provide a spectacular showcase. Spectacular aerial displays took to the skies, featuring helicopters from various Saudi military branches, alongside aircraft from the Royal Saudi Land Forces and Royal Saudi Naval Forces.
The Royal Saudi Aviation Club and Aloula Aviation also contributed to the visual spectacle, with the latter flying a Leonardo helicopter. The Boeing 787 belonging to Riyadh Air added to the grandeur of the event. These shows brought together the military, civilian entities, and the public, creating a unified celebration of Saudi Arabia's heritage and achievements.
As the celebrations drew to a close, the city of Qiddiya initiated its first National Day festivities, bringing a cultural fiesta to life with entertainment, live performances, and interactive experiences, illuminating the city's slopes in a mesmerizing green light show to mark the occasion.
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