Interesting Facts You Might Not Know About Saudi Arabia

Published on 10/17/2018
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Conditional Love

In the Saudi kingdom, love is under strict control when homosexuality is involved. A better way to phrase it would be, “Being gay in Saudi Arabia is illegal.” Punishment of lashings can be mete out to those who are caught doing homosexual activities, or they may even receive capital punishment.

Conditional Love

Conditional Love

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Absolute Monarchy

Currently, there are still a few countries in the world which have an absolute monarchy. Saudi Arabia adopted this type of government on September 23rd, 1932, when the House of Saud began ruling. Other countries with an absolute monarchy are Oman, Brunei, Swaziland, and Vatican City.

Absolute Monarchy

Absolute Monarchy

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