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Saudi Ardah Remains a National Day Tradition | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Saudi Ardah, a traditional performance featuring poetry, drums and swords, remains part of the Kingdom’s National Day celebrations, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Ardah was performed at public events during the reign of King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud, who arranged and took part in performances with members of the public. The King Abdulaziz Foundation fo

SPA RIYADH, March 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s national flag holds a central place in the Saudi Ardah, the Kingdom’s traditional sword dance performed during national celebrations, official events and state receptions. The Ardah features performers standing in synchronized rows while a flag bearer is positioned at the center. Participants, dressed in traditional attire, perform coordinated sword movements to the rhythm of drums and the chanting of pat