Camel Racing

Camel Racing in Dubai

Camels, called the "Ships of the Desert," have an indisputable place of prominence in UAE history. Camel-racing, a traditional sport, is extremely popular in the Emirates. It was originally staged in an informal setting, at weddings or special festivals, but now customized tracks have been built throughout the country where race meetings are held in the winter months from October to April, culminating in the annual camel race festival at Al Wathba which attracts entrants from all over the world. For centuries, the desert way of life remained unchanging, which included the high socio-economic importance of the camel. With the oil ... Read More »