Camel Festival Draws Over 1,600 Camels
At the 2026 Crown Prince Camel Festival, more than 1,600 camels participated in the "Haqayiq" and "Luqaiyah" categories, reflecting an increasing presence of Saudi owners and producers and the expanding base of local production. In the "Haqayiq" category, 989 camels competed, while 671 camels took part in the "Luqaiyah" category. The competitions are scheduled to continue next Tuesday, with nearly 100 camels competing in the Crown Prince Festival for Saudi-produced camels’ races. The festival is held at the Taif track, organized by the Saudi Camel Federation, with prize money exceeding 50 million SAR. Its aims are to empower Saudi producers, stimulate investment in national breeds, and enhance the technical and competitive levels of local strains—thereby supporting the local economy and reinforcing the cultural heritage of camel racing in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
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