- Horse and Camel Ardhah
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Horse and Camel Ardhah
Horse and camel Ardhah is a tradition practiced in many areas in Oman, where people gather on the day of the show around the racecourse to watch the performances of horse and camel riders, which reflects the skill of Omanis in dealing with and taming animals. These performances are accompanied by a group of traditional arts, such as reciting traditional poems.
Alardhah begins by displaying traditional acts such as horses and camels lying down, riding standing up, holding the hand of another rider on a running horse at great speed, and other similar actions. This is followed by shows of horses and camels draped with decorative clothing and beautiful silver sets.
Alardhah tradition is associated with many social occasions in Omani society, such as religious celebrations and national holidays, and is an integral part of the culture of the community in rural and urban areas. Alardhah involves both men and women, and it also represents an opportunity for traditional bands and craftsmen to showcase their talents.
Civil organizations also play a major role in transferring those skills, and horse groups at the university teach students equestrian skills in addition to how to perform Alardhah.
Horse and Camel Ardhah was inscribed in 2018 on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in Oman.
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Horse and Camel Ardhah
Date of Inscription
2018
- See also in Oman
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Al ‘azi, Elegy, Processional March and Poetry Al-Ayyala, a Traditional Performing Art of the Sultanate of Oman and the United Arab Emirates Al-Bar’ah, Music and Dance of Oman Dhofari Valleys Al-Khanjar, Craft Skills and Social Practices Al-Razfa, a Traditional Performing Art Al-Taghrooda, Traditional Bedouin Chanted Poetry in the United Arab Emirates and the Sultanate of Oman Alheda’a, Oral Traditions of Calling Camel Flocks Arabic Calligraphy: Knowledge, Skills and Practices Arabic Coffee, a Symbol of Generosity Arabic Kohl Bisht (men’s Abaa): Skills and Practices Camel Racing, a Social Practice and a Festive Heritage Associated with Camels Date Palm, Knowledge, Skills, Traditions and Practices Harees dish: Know-How, Skills and Practices Henna: Rituals, Aesthetic and Social Practices Majlis, a Cultural and Social Space Oman Youth Sail Training Ship (Safinat Shabab Oman) Programme for Peace and Sustainable Cultural Dialogue
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