Falcon display, dance and music bring alive Emirati culture

An Emirati child holds a falcon during the third edition of the Souq al-Qattara festival on November 11, 2016 in al-Ain, on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. The festival, running until November 12, showcases Emirati heritage with workshops, live performances, traditional handicrafts and competitions. (AFP)

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An Emirati child holds a falcon during the third edition of the Souq al-Qattara festival on November 11, 2016 in al-Ain, on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. The festival, running until November 12, showcases Emirati heritage with workshops, live performances, traditional handicrafts and competitions. (AFP)

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Emiratis perform a traditional dance. The largest of the seven Emirates, Abu Dhabi literally means Father of the Gazelle (a variety of native Arabian gazelle). (AFP)

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An Emirati child practices a traditional dance. Settlements have been reported in this region from as far back as the 3rd millennium BC. (AFP)

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An Emirati man serves coffee during the festival. Through major part of mid-20th century, camel herding, production of dates, vegetables, fishing and pearl diving were the main stay of its economy. Oil was first found in 1958. (AFP)

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Today, Abu Dhabi is a mix of captivating culture, breath-taking luxury and exhilarating adventure. (AFP)

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One of its most iconic landmarks is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the other being Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. (AFP)

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Emiratis walk past the fort during the festival. Today, Abu Dhabi offers an action-packed calendar which includes Grand Prix, the World Cup of Sailing, a PGA golf championship, international art, music, sport, gourmet, heritage and cultural festivals. (AFP)

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The annual Souq Al Qattara Festival is held at Al Ain on the outskirts of the city. (AFP)

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The historic Souq Al Qattara dates back to the mid-20th century and was recently renovated and re-opened. (AFP)