Celebrating a Deep Equestrian Heritage

The Royal Court Affairs executed a spectacular cultural mission in Morocco recently. The prestigious Royal Cavalry participated in the seventeenth El Jadida Horse Fair. The Mohammed VI Exhibition Center proudly hosted this massive international equestrian event. Organizers chose "The Horse in the Service of Man" as the phenomenal official slogan. Oman seeks to highlight its monumental traditional horse sports to the entire world.

Showcasing Phenomenal Racing Achievements

The Sultanate actively preserves the spectacular intangible cultural heritage associated with Arabian horses. The massive exhibition features 700 elite riders and 1,100 magnificent horses. Competitors from 50 different nations traveled to participate in this monumental gathering. Omani riders executed breathtaking displays of traditional equestrian sports and horse racing. The Royal Cavalry also hosted an incredible dedicated corner inside the main exhibition.

Representing the Sultanate Globally

This pavilion showcases the phenomenal racing achievements of the Sultanate globally. His Excellency Ambassador Khalid bin Salem Bamkhalif attended the spectacular opening ceremony. Brigadier General Ahmed bin Khalfan Al Lamki also proudly represented the Royal Cavalry. The exhibition features elite show jumping championships and Arabian horse beauty contests. Omani horsemen continue to dominate international equestrian events with unmatched skill.

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