When was the Second Saudi State Established?
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22/12/2025
The Second Saudi State was established in 1240 AH/1824 AD, by Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Bin Mohammed Bin Saud, after about seven years from the end of the First Saudi State. Imam Turki made Riyadh the capital, and it lasted for 69 years, until 1309 AH/1891 AD, with four rulers from the Al Saud family, the last being Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal.
Sources
Government Communication.
King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Historical Atlas of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives. 2000 AD.