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Due to the encouragement shown by H.M. Sultan Qaboos Bin Said, considerable attention is paid to the annual National Camel Races Festival to enhance this genuine and ancient Omani traditional sport and impress upon Oman’s glorious history.
To ensure participation of all provinces and regions, The Royal Camels Unit involves all 11 Wilayats within the Sultanate in the planning of these events. The 2-day competition is among the best pure and authentic Arab camels. A Camel Festival is held on the final day at the Al-Fulaij racetrack, a property of The Royal Camel Corps, where the winning first three camels of the Wilayats race participate in the victory rounds. |
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Camel Ornaments (Zanah) |
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Alkhitam:
The rope with used to lead the animal, and includes the Alrabaqa and Alqazal. |
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Alsadar:
The ornamental belt around the animal’s neck. |
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Albadad:
A piece of wool placed beneath the saddle to avoid causing pain to the animal. |
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Alshadad (Saddle):
Two wooden pieces placed in front of the hump) held in place by the Alghardhah and Almahqabah, for the rider to sit on. |
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Alkharj:
Woollen saddle-bag for keeping the passenger’s rations and tools. |
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Alzabar:
The belt around the animal’s chest for perfect saddle fitting. |
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Alghardah:
The belt around the animal’s stomach to avoid saddle movement. |
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Almahqba:
The belt around the animal for perfect saddle fitting. |
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Almahwi:
Saddle accessory placed behind the hump for rider to sit on. |
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| Alqazal |
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