Tag Archive | "significance"

Open Minds: ‘Why does the Arabian Horse, not the camel, have a special significance to the Emirati?’

Posted on 31 March 2013. Tags: , , , , , , , ,

Yes, the camel was the main form of transportation in the desert, but the Arabian horse was bred for endurance and speed to carry someone swiftly across the harsh desert. The first track and stables in Dubai started in the late 1960s, but the love affair Arabs have with the Arabian horse started long ago. [...]

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The history, significance of Ramadan around the world

Posted on 19 July 2012. Tags: , , , ,

Millions of Muslims around the world will observe Ramadan. And as the UAE welcomes this special time of year, Gulf News takes a look at the history, meaning and significance of this important event Full News here – UAE news RSS feed

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