Al Dhafra, UAE – The third edition of the Yasat Festival offers visitors a comprehensive program of heritage, marine, and sporting events.
Through this rich diversity, it provides a platform that contributes to preserving the Emirati heritage and consolidating the national identity.
The festival is full of a number of activities and programs that meet the interests of its audience.
The festival includes the popular market, which includes dozens of heritage sales outlets in which productive families and craftsmen participate by displaying handicrafts.
In addition to traditional costumes and popular foods, amidst a heritage atmosphere that reflects the values of Emirati society.
The market plays an important role in supporting and empowering small businesses and enhancing their presence in the local economic landscape.
The festival, which concludes on Sunday, also includes an exhibition of ancient heritage collectibles, which receives wide attention from visitors and gives them a cultural experience that transports them back decades.
Through the old Emirati house’s collection of daily living tools and guest houses, in an image that expresses the simplicity of living and the values of family cohesion.
The marine exhibition also presents aspects of the UAE’s rich sea heritage.
This is done by displaying pearl diving tools, fishing nets, and navigation supplies.
Falconers are also present at the festival through a tournament held in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Falconers Club.
With the aim of introducing the heritage of falconry and raising awareness of its historical importance and role in the life of Emirati society.
In addition to encouraging new generations to learn about this authentic heritage, preserve it, and pass it on to future generations.
The social dimension of the festival is highlighted through the participation of people with disabilities, who have been allocated a corner to display their creations, including handicrafts, paintings, and products inspired by the marine environment.
In a move that reflects the festival’s commitment to community empowerment, promoting inclusivity, and providing real platforms to highlight the creative energies of different groups.
Through this rich diversity, the Yasat Festival offers an integrated heritage experience as a platform that contributes to preserving the Emirati heritage and consolidating the national identity.
In addition to supporting productive families and craftsmen, and stimulating economic and tourism activity in the Al Dhafra region.
In line with the wise leadership’s vision of preserving the national heritage and ensuring its sustainability for future generations.
