Sheikh Mohammed attends final day of Al Marmoom Heritage Festival for Camel Racing

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, attended the final day of the Al Marmoom Heritage Festival for Camel Racing at Al Marmoom Camel Racetrack.

During his visit, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid watched the Zillal and Zumool challenges.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum crowned the winners of the competitions on the final day, following the conclusion of the sixth round.

Every year, people come from far and wide to visit Al Marmoom Heritage Village for a special festival celebrating Emirati culture. It’s a big event that’s completely free for everyone to enjoy. The festival’s main goal is to keep Arabian traditions alive by having fun activities, shows, and even camel races that families can watch together.

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The festival lasts for almost two weeks, so there’s plenty of time to have fun. Every day, there are exciting camel races to watch. When you’re not watching the races, you can enjoy live performances and traditional dances from different countries. The village itself is like a hidden treasure, with beautiful paths and displays of traditional weddings and handmade crafts.

You can also do some shopping and take home souvenirs that are made by hand. And while you’re there, you can learn all about Emirati life through sports, food, and music. Everyone is welcome to come and experience the local way of life, whether you’re from the UAE, another country, or just visiting for fun.

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