Just deserts: Check out the Moreeb Dune Festival in Abu Dhabi

Camels compete at the Liwa 2016 Moreeb Dune Festival, in the Liwa desert, 250 km west of Abu Dhabi. The festival attracts participants from around the Gulf region. (AFP)

Updated on: Jan 08, 2016 12:05 PM IST

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Camels compete at the Liwa 2016 Moreeb Dune Festival, in the Liwa desert, 250 km west of Abu Dhabi. The festival attracts participants from around the Gulf region. (AFP)

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An Emirati falconer prepares to train his bird during the festival. The Moreeb Dune, one of the highest sand hills in the world, has an altitude of about 300m, with slopes of up to 50 degrees. (AFP)

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Another falconer with his pets during the festival. (AFP)

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Jockeys compete in a race for purebred Arab horses during the festival. (AFP)

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Camels taking part in a race event during the festival. The festival also features a classic cars show and a fireworks display. (AFP)

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Purebred Arab horses taking part in a race during the festival. (AFP)

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A man pulling his camel to the start line for a camel race at the festival. (AFP)

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A man walks his camels across the desert. Visitors and participants attending the festival and races are provided with all camping and accommodation facilities in the Moreeb Dune. (AFP)