‘Al Amerat Events' continues to draw visitors
The event continues to attract families and visitors from all age groups of the region. This event is supervised and followed up by the Wali of Al Amerat Office. Participation of various government and community entities is a vital aspect of this event that targets families, children and youth, with various programmes.
The programme includes corners displaying the products and goods of productive households and home projects, folk arts performances, children's games, Omani cuisine.
Besides, there are educational and recreational activities such as reptiles world, equestrian and camel shows, classic cars, and daily competitions with motivational awards.
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