Sails will be hoisted this weekend as the Al Sila’ Marine Festival launches onto the high seas.
Taking to the water on 9 to 11 December, the festival is offering more than AED 3 million in cash prizes to those who can tame the sea at the beach of Al Sila’ City in the Al Dhafra region.
The event will see a host of tournaments including a 43-foot Dhow Race, fly-fishing, Carrom, dominoes, bicycle race, beach volleyball, football and traditional arts and crafts and more.
There will also be various edutainment and shopping facilities to educate visitors as well as a Child Village where you will be treated to theatre performances, art, cookery, Beoduin dance workshops, Al Mekshat tents and a food court.
Under the patronage of Hamdan bin Zayed, Al Sila’ Marine Festival runs 9-11 December in Al Dhafra, organised by Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club and Cultural Programs and Heritage Festival Committee offering more than AED3 million in prizes to winners across all competitions. pic.twitter.com/eqic54SYkv
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Organised by the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club (ADMSC) and the Cultural Programmes and Heritage Festivals Committee- Abu Dhabi, the competition aims to promote and preserve the UAE’s seafaring traditions and culture as well as the diverse range of marine and terrestrial ecosystems boasted by the UAE
His Excellency Major General Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei, Commander-in-Chief of the Abu Dhabi Police and Chairman of the Cultural Programs and Heritage Festivals Committee – Abu Dhabi, said the festival was another important event in the UAE’s attempts to highlight its historical relationship with the sea.
His Excellency Major General Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei said: “Al Sila’ Marine Festival represents a valuable addition to the roster of seafaring traditional festivals that translate the UAE wise leadership’s interest in preserving heritage and national identity.
“These activities and initiatives significantly contribute to preserving the UAE heritage, and passing it on to future generations.
“In the meantime, they help promote our islands and coastal areas, hype marine and heritage sports, and ultimately drive tourist development and stimulate economic growth in Al Dhafra region.”
For more information, visit Abu Dhabi International Marine Sports Club
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