InFocus | Camel Fest 2008
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Tuesday Dec 30
Camel festival sees record sales of more than Dh37m
eight days of Al Dhafra Camel Festival saw more than Dh37 million of sales, Hamad Bin Kardous, a member of the organising committee told Gulf News.
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Saturday Dec 27
Camel auction charms tourists
As Al Dhafra Camel Festival entered its fifth day on Saturday, more heritage lovers and tourists flocked the western region to savour the elaborate traditional event.
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Friday Dec 26
UAE camel festival keeps culture alive
A tradition that was initiated by Shaikh Zayed has been passed down to the new generation.
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Friday Dec 26
Plans afoot to make Abu Dhabi souq permanent
The traditional souq at Al Dhafra Camel Festival will be turned into a permanent market which will stay open throughout the year.
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Wednesday Dec 24
Al Dhafra Camel Festival helps bring past to life
Colourful traditional handicrafts used as bridles for camels can be found in the traditional souq near the main stage for the camel beauty contest during the Al Dhafra Camel Festival in the Western Region.
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Tuesday Dec 23
Mazayin Al Dhafra Camel Festival kicks off
Thousands of camel owners and lovers gathered in Madinat Zayed on Tuesday morning to witness the start of the Mazayin Al Dhafra Camel Festival.
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Tuesday Dec 23
Al Dhafrah Camel Festival
Camel owners and lovers gather for Al Dhafrah Festival.
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Sunday Dec 21
Camel festival promises thrills
More than 2,000 camel owners have registered to take part in the Al Dhafra Camel Festival 2009 - with more than 24,000 camels expected to compete in the event.
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Wednesday Dec 10
Preparations in full swing for Al Dhafrah camel festival
The Al Dhafrah Festival organising committee is preparing to kick off the big event on December 23 in Madinat Zayed, Al Gharbia (Western Region).
