Camel Racing...

[amoolah]

Camel Racing in the UAE

Camel racing takes place in the morning on the weekends of the winter season (October to March) and is a unique sports, which is an integral part of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) heritage.

The racing takes place at special tracks around the country and the atmosphere is electric, especially during public holidays when major races are held for considerable prize money.

Away from the sophistication of the viewing stand and the race track, the competitors and their handlers gather to prepare themselves and their mounts for the race. Apart from the serious aspect of competing, the occasion is a social one where many camel riders meet with friends whom they may not have seen for a considerable period.

At a time when the UAE is developing into a modern, efficient country, there are relatively few opportunities to experience such valued glimpses of the past

[mr_Love]

it is good to write about the tradtional things in our gulf.

but this sport dosnot attract me ,,,,,


i like hte last photo, it have the modren and the histroy

[Butler]

Now this is a sport I could get into..horse racing doesnt interest me but this looks fun and interesting...

[amoolah]

Wow finallly I found somebody who is interested in Camel Racing

[Butler]

Still waiting for more info on camel racing..is there a website??

[MissLT]

I've seen and heard human racing, car racing, horse racing, dog racing and now camel racing. What's more to come next?

[Butler]

Believe it or not you can even watch cows, pigs, sheep and even snails racing. Fun for all!!