Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, is one of the most urban cities in the world. Known for its highly developed financial and economic sectors, Abu Dhabi serves as the hub for political and cultural activity in the UAE. It is also a popular tourist destination, as it is home to a wide variety of cultural and leisure attractions.
Racing, in all its forms, is an exciting and thrilling activity. One of the most unique forms of racing that takes place in Abu Dhabi is camel racing. Just like horse racing, camel racing is where camels race on specially designed tracks, providing a thrilling experience. These races also have a large amount of tradition and heritage associated with them, which make it all the more intriguing.
Originally held only on special social occasions such as wedding ceremonies and cultural festivals, camel races were considered to be a prestigious and colourful affair. Today, this activity has developed into a highly specialized traditional sport with many modern features to make the races more thrilling and exciting. Camel races are usually held from October to March, and are conducted almost on a weekly basis. Therefore, during this season, races are held almost on every morning on weekends.
Some of the popular race tracks include the Al Maqam, Al Ain and Al Wathba tracks. These high intensity races are made more intense by the high value cash prices and awards on offer. These events are also an ideal place to gain some unique insights into the different breeds of camels which are capable of reaching amazing speeds. One can learn about the pure bred Mahaliyat camels, the Sudaniyat Sudanese camels, or the interbred Muhajanat camels. Therefore, for a unique racing experience, visit one of the camel races of Abu Dhabi.
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