Third Annual Women’s Heritage Walk Honours the Legacies and Traditions of the Women of the UAE

08 Feb, 2017

On 9th February 2017, fifty women will begin an historical journey, tracing the footsteps of generations of Emirati women along the 120-kilometre trek from Al Ain to Abu Dhabi through the desert. The third annual Women’s Heritage Walk honours the traditions and customs of the UAE by following an ancient path that was travelled twice a year, offering a unique perspective into the sights, smells, sounds, tastes and experiences of Emirati culture. The initiative is supported by Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) as part of its mission to support intellectual and artistic activities and cultural events to nurture a rich cultural environment and honour the emirate’s heritage.

Bodour Al Tamimi, UAE Ambassador for Women’s Heritage Walk said: “Since my first time embarking on this historic journey in 2015, I have been in awe of the strength and courage of the women who endured the harsh conditions of the walk through the dunes twice a year. Their strength gives me great hope for the potential of women all around the world, the effect of their satisfaction and happiness has on society, and how much they can accomplish when they have confidence in themselves.”

Departing from Al Ain National Museum on Thursday 9th February the women, of various nationalities, will walk through Al Ain’s historic Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before venturing out beyond the city and into the desert. They will take part in traditional handicraft workshops in their desert camps and will learn more about Emirati customs and traditions at difference stages along the journey.

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