These Things You'll Only Find in Dubai

Indulging in Ancient Past Times

Camel racing is the oldest sport in the UAE. Strangely enough, due to weight restrictions on camels, children used to be the jockeys in these races. Over the years, the sport has changed and replaced the children with lightweight robots that can be controlled remotely. 

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