Jordanians celebrated Monday the 61st birthday of His Majesty King Abdullah II.

His Majesty King Abdullah II is the eldest son of His Majesty the late King Hussein bin Talal, and Her Highness Princess Mona Al-Hussein, and the 41st direct descendant of Prophet Mohammad, peace and blessings be upon him.

His Majesty was born in Amman on January 30, 1962. He ascended to the throne on Feb. 7, 1999, upon the passing of His Majesty the late King Hussein.

King Abdullah received cables of well wishes on his 61st birthday from heads of state and government.

The King received similar cables from senior officials and officers, and representatives of civil society organizations.