Al Dhafra Festival Opens with Camel Beauty Showcase in Sweihan

The Sweihan camel beauty pageant has opened the twentieth edition of the Al Dhafra Festival, the first of five scheduled venues organised by the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage. The event brought together admirers of authentic Arabian camels, showcasing the finest specimens of these noble creatures that have long held a place of distinction within Emirati cultural heritage.

The pageant featured a range of traditional competitions designed to honour the breeding excellence and aesthetic qualities valued across generations. Through these varied competitions, the festival continues its longstanding mission to celebrate and preserve a cornerstone of Emirati cultural identity, educating new generations about the significance of camels within the nation’s rich heritage.

The Al Dhafra Festival has become an important platform for the continuation of cultural traditions, drawing together enthusiasts and practitioners of heritage from across the UAE. By establishing these multiple venues throughout its calendar, the festival ensures that this celebration of authentic camel breeding and traditional knowledge remains accessible and vibrant across different regions.

Source: Abu Dhabi Media Office