Sara bint Abdulaziz Al Saud

Sara bint Abdulaziz Al Saud (1916–2002) was the one of the most prominent daughters of King Abdulaziz, founder of modern Saudi Arabia.

Sara bint Abdulaziz Al Saud
Born1916
Riyadh
Died2002
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
SpouseFaisal bin Saad bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud
Names
Sara bint Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud
HouseHouse of Saud
FatherKing Abdulaziz
MotherLajah bint Khalid bin Faisal Al Hithlain

Early life

Sara was born in Riyadh to King Abdulaziz and Lajah bint Khalid bin Faisal Al Hithlain.[1]

Personal life

Sara was married to Faisal bin Saad, son of Saad bin Abdul Rahman, full brother of King Abdulaziz. They had six children, three sons and three daughters together.[2]

Influence

Princess Sara was of high societal influence as she was the oldest of the king's daughters. As a result, she would host weekly family gatherings in her home for the king and her siblings.

References

  1. St. John Philby (1952). Arabian Jubilee. Hale. ISBN 9780404165383.
  2. St. John Philby (1955). Sa'udi Arabia. Ernest Benn Limited.
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